The most beautiful monuments in Jičín
What to see and visit in Jicin
Jičín as the eastern „gateway“ to the picturesque area of Bohemian Paradise serves as a famous tourist destination. The city itself also has a lot of interesting monuments, especially from the time of the mighty Duke Wallenstein, and it is definitely worth a visit. Let's take a look at the most beautiful monuments you will find in Jičín
Wallenstein Square in Jičín
The largest square in the Bohemian Paradise
The historic center of town Jicin is formed by large (150×90 meters) Wallenstein Square, which is surrounded on all sides by houses with arcades. The main landmark is 52 m high Valdice gate with the possibility to ascent to the viewing platform – the last of the three towers that once served as part of the towns fortification. Right next is a great Church of St. James and Baroque castle. In the center of the square is a pretty fountain with a statue of Amphitrite. The most beautiful walks are here in the late afternoon when is the square beautifully tinted by the sun. The biggest bustle and hustle is here on Saturday mornings, because there are regular markets. continue reading
Valdštejn's loggie
The most famous monument from the Wallenstein
One of the most interesting buildings in Bohemian Paradise is Valdštejn's loggie, located just a few kilometers from the town center of Jičín. Duke Albrecht of Wallenstein planned to build not only his suburban palace, but also a magnificent garden with fountains. Thanks to his premature death, however, many of his plans in the vicinity of Jičín were not finished. Loggie is a very unique building, but it does not have much use nowadays, although there are great efforts to return cultural life continue reading
Valdice tower
The main landmark of Jičín
52 m high Valdice tower not only dominates the Wallenstein Square, but basically the entire town Jičín. In addition, it's a nice lookout point of the entire town and surrounding areas. It is therefore surely worth to ascend all the 156 steps and enjoy the view from the observation gallery. continue reading
Wallenstein Castle Jicin
The center of power of the Duke of Wallenstein
Jičín Castle was to become the center of the great Duchy of Frýdlant. After the death of Duke Wallenstein, the importance of the chateau and Jičín as such declined. The current Jičín chateau has three courtyards. The largest of them also have benches and a fountain. The chateau itself is not open to the public, only the part belonging to the Jičín regional museum and gallery. You will also find a monument to Duke Albrecht of Wallenstein continue reading
Church of St. Jacob
The most important church in Jičín
After a tour of Wallenstein Square, head along the Church of St. Jacob in the direction of the castle garden. Nice is the staircase from the castle directly to the church. continue reading
Milohlídka
The oldest tower in the Czech Paradise
Until the hill Čeřovka overgrew with huge oaks and beeches, lookout Milohlídka provided beautiful views around Jičín and its surroundings. Nowadays, there is only a limited view through the quarry to the part of Veliš ridge. But even so, this romantic building is worth a visit. continue reading
Castle garden in Jičín
A pleasant piece of greenery right in the center of Jičín
The castle garden has two different floors – the higher one is directly connected to the castle and is full of beautiful mature trees, especially beeches. In the lower part you will find flowering flower beds, a lawn and a pond where small children bathe in the hot summers. Smaller cultural events take place here and there is refreshments during the season. The garden is bordered by the rest of the former city fortifications. continue reading
Cinema Bohemian Paradise
The most beautiful cinema in Bohemian Paradise
Another interesting building in Jičín is a beautifully renovated cinema – Biograf Český ráj, located just below the Castle Garden on the edge of the historic city center. continue reading
Jewish Synagogue
The most important Jewish monument in Jičín
Just a short walk from Wallenstein Square is the old Jewish synagogue (entrance fee is paid here) continue reading
Masaryk Theater in Jičín
Jičín Cultural Center
The eastern part of the historic center of Jičín ends at the nice Masaryk Theater. Not only theater performances, but also concerts, lectures and dance classes take place here. continue reading
Jičín Jewish Cemetery
A half-forgotten Jewish cemetery near Jičín
Far beyond the end of the town of Jičín you will find a half-forgotten Jewish cemetery. Since it is relatively difficult to arrange an official inspection, most people solve this by climbing the perimeter wall and inspecting the cemetery „from above“. The easiest way to get to the cemetery is on a dirt road from the Wallenstein Loggia continue reading
Church of Our Lady of Sorrows de Sale
Church near the Main Jičín Cemetery
At the interesting Main Jičín Cemetery, with monuments to the Prussian – Austrian War, you will find the interesting Church of Our Lady of Sorrows de Sale. In its walls you will find several historic tombstones. The church is nicely renovated. continue reading
