What is the setting of The Joke by Milan Kundera?

The setting of the novel mainly occurs in two places. The first place is Moravia, where the current events take place. It's important that the meeting with Helena takes place in Jahn's hometown as it brings together all of the main characters in the one location that they all share in common. Also, Moravia is the only place where the Ride of the Kings occurs. In addition to the Moravian setting, this important cultural festival highlights the heritage and music that both Jahn and Jaroslav share, while bringing Helena to the festival for her work. Against this melodramatic backdrop, the final dramas of the novel occur.