Cesky Krumlov
At the very south of the Czech Republic is a region that is ideal for a most interesting experience. Its center is the city Czech Krumlov, which, although not its large size, but it attracts more charming early years. Due to the unique medieval estate law since 1992, protected by UNESCO. As a natural center, however, does not live only history that is as ancient monuments present at every step, but over time it became a city of culture, art and unusual experiences. In every season offers a varied menu of cultural events the best bits: from visits to museums and galleries, concerts one of the seven musical festivals or performances during traditional festivals, and special night tours or sitting in stylish pubs - just choose and taste. Surrounded by beautiful unspoilt countryside attracts Czech Krumlov and the entire region all those who want to experience something unforgettable, unusual, exciting.
On the World Heritage List by UNESCO in 1992.
Czech Krumlov is a unique architectural jewel whose importance is underlined by the inclusion onto the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1992. Above the meanders of the river Vltava has developed a unique set of urban development, especially in the 16th century, along with the extensive grounds of the castle, which is after Prague Castle's second largest castle complex in the Czech Republic. The historical seat of the Rosenberg family includes a variety of chateau buildings, the famous Hall of Masks, a unique Baroque theater, the chateau garden with a Rococo fountain and the summer residence Bellaria with revolving auditorium - venue seasonal theater performances. Dominates the town is the Cathedral of Sts. Vitus, a valuable work of the Czech Gothic.
Czech Krumlov is a cosmopolitan city with the scent of history and unique atmosphere surrounded by nature.
Holašovice
Holašovice village of Cesky Krumlov is 24 km away, about a 50 minute drive. If you want to know how it looks typical Czech village, then Holašovice are the right choice. Located in Blanský forest on the southern outskirts of South Bohemian Blat, significant cultural and historical area, which is characterized by rural environment with valuable village areas and sensitive put of these settlements into the surrounding landscape.
That's why Holašovice were registered to the list of natural and cultural heritage in 1998. Represents an unique preserved collection of village farms that were structurally and artistically modified during the 19th century to the specific form called Peasant Baroque, making these objects the subject of conservation. Unique is the settlement structure which is an example of rural urbanism.
Almost entirely preserved are the medieval system and the residential houses and granaries. They are connected by enclosing walls with gates and arched entrances to the village courtyard, which, together with the preserved stucco decoration (so-called Folk or Rural Baroque) on most facade gives the entire mansion an unique atmosphere and expression. The complex inscribed in the List includes 23 monumental houses with a total of 120 buildings. You will find not only the granaries, barns, stables and mangers there, but also the blacksmith shop, a pub and a chapel. The farmhouses are spread around the perimeter of the large rectangular square (210x70 m). Unique are also the pumps with wooden plunger pump or a farm house no. 6, which is a peasant family seat since 1530.
As the name of the village itself suggests, this place was inhabited by Holašics, in other words, tributary of the certain Holaš, from which the name of Holašovice was later derived. Every year the last weekend in July the "Rural Celebrations" are held. This typical traditional Czech fair brings the examples of more than 230 traditional arts and crafts from Bohemia, Moravia and Slovakia with a rich accompanying cultural program.
Holašovice with less than 140 inhabitants are today mainly inhabited permanently, thus creating an unique and vibrant community in an environment of rural settlements as it was created in the late 19th century.
Telc
Telč is located in the south-western tip of Moravia, halfway between Prague and Vienna. According to legend, the foundation of the city associated with the victory of the Moravian Prince Otto II. over Czech Prince Břetislav in 1099. Now the winner is planted establishing chapel, later church and village, today's Old Town. The greatest expansion of the city located in the reign of Zacharias of Hradec in the 2nd half of the 16th century. In the early 19th century, Telc played an important role in the entire south-west region of Moravia, which has increased with the advent of the railroad in 1898. The local cultural and economic life got a new hub, the city was alive, grew and gained in importance. The last major change in the life of the town occurred after 1992 (entry into the List of UNESCO), which brought increased interest and a subsequent influx of tourists.
On the World Heritage List UNESCO representative in 1992.
The historic city center, closed ponds and gates, has maintained for centuries for its charming face of yesteryear. First, it is the original royal water fortress from the 13th century, based on the crossroads of trade routes, which won, along with the historic core of the city, its current appearance thanks to the reconstruction of the 16th century. A large Renaissance chateau complex was designed by architect B. Maggi Arogna. The castle is still interesting layout adjacent garden and park. Inside the castle will attract everyone luxurious interiors with unique decoration, period furnishings and valuable collections. In the former burgrave's is now a museum with ethnographic collections and exposition about the history of the city. In addition to the castle is among the most important monuments Telc a square with a unique complex of historical houses in the Renaissance and Baroque styles. Archway and the facade of these houses were overwhelmingly built according to a single plan. The oldest monument in the city is 49 m high, late Romanesque whit tower from the 13th century.The latter include a small emporový church, rebuilt in the 15th century in the Gothic style. At the end of the dam, at the crossroads Streets May 9 stands granite calvary from 1480, one of the oldest in the Highlands. The city tour you can use the "tour of Telc", which is a commentary on the history and heritage of the city, with a stop at the viewpoint Oslednice associated with the output. You will travel by air-conditioned minibus for 9 persons.
Kutna Hora
It ranks alongside the most historically important towns in the Czech Republic. The history of our country there began in the early Middle Ages, mainly thanks to the local silver mining. Rightly therefore Kutna Hora considered a treasure and jewel of a country whose wealth stands at the very cradle of expansion of the Bohemian kingdom. It boasts a variety of architectural styles and unique buildings from different historical periods. Of all the streets, houses and churches here for us breathes its long history, full of important historical events. Recent years have also marked a return to the tradition of winemaking, which in the past have been an integral part of the atmosphere of the city.
The historic center of Kutna Hora with St.. Barbara and the Cathedral of the Assumption of Our Lady at Sedlec
On the World Heritage List by UNESCO in 1995.
The historic center of Kutna Hora late Gothic Cathedral of St. Barbara and the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Sedlec represents a uniquely preserved medieval urban structure with a number of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque houses. Other important monuments are the Italian Court, late Gothic stone house church. James, Jesuit college or monastery of St. Ursula. Thanks to the patriotism of local citizens and also due to the entry of certain parts of the city to the cultural and natural heritage has been in the past decade corrected many houses historic core, was launched total renovation of the Church of St. Barbara and complex reconstruction passes and the Cathedral of Our Lady at Sedlec as well as the premises of the Jesuit College.
