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The most beautiful monuments in the Czech Republic

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Petr Liška
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The most beautiful monuments in the Czech Republic
Inserted: 28.08.2021
Author: Petr Liška © gigaplaces.com
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The Czech Republic offers an inexhaustible number of beautiful monuments in the form of majestic castles, breathtaking castles, but also monumental cathedrals and historic bridges. Let's take a look at the most beautiful monuments in the Czech Republic

1.
Prague Castle

The most famous castle in the Czech Republic

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| Altitude: 255 m / 837 ft

The most famous Prague sight is undoubtedly the monumental complex of the Prague Castle, lying over the Vltava River. The Cathedral of St. Vitus, but you will find many other important buildings and probably the most famous street in Prague – the Golden Lane continue reading

2.
Hluboká Castle

The most beautiful Czech chateau

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| Altitude: 411 m / 1 348 ft

Hluboká nad Vltavou Castle is one of the most visited chateaus in the Czech Republic. It is located near České Budějovice. The chateau has undergone many reconstructions. He was inspired by the well-known English Windsor Castle. continue reading

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Karlštejn Castle

The most important Czech castle

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| Altitude: 305 m / 1 001 ft

Karlštejn Castle located in the heart of picturesque Czech Karst is considered to be the most important Czech castle. Because it is just a short distance from the capital city of Prague, a great number of tourists come here every year. It was built by the Roman Emperor and Czech King – Charles IV as a repository for Christian relics and imperial crown jewels. The most interesting part of the castle is beautifully decorated Chapel of the Holy Cross. The castle is really impressive continue reading

4.
Cathedral of St. Vitus

The most important cathedral of the Czech Republic

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| Altitude: 251 m / 823 ft

Cathedral of St. Vitus is one of the most important church buildings in the Czech Republic. It is a distinct dominant of the Prague Castle with a tower nearly 97 meters high. continue reading

5.
Litomyšl Castle

The most beautiful Renaissance chateau

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| Altitude: 354 m / 1 161 ft

Litomyšl Castle is an architectural gem in the style of the Italian Renaissance. Due to its uniqueness it is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Typical for its sgraffito decoration. continue reading

6.
Charles Bridge

The most beautiful bridge in the Czech Republic

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| Altitude: 200 m / 656 ft

Charles Bridge is the oldest bridge in Prague (the second oldest in the whole Czech Republic) and at the same time the most beautiful. It offers amazing views of the panorama of Prague Castle and other important Prague sights continue reading

7.
Church of St. Barbara

The most important building in Kutná Hora

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| Altitude: 263 m / 863 ft

You can find the Church of St. Barbara in every picture from Kutná Hora. It is a beautiful Gothic building dedicated to the patron saint of miners – St. Barbara. The church is built in a nice place above the river Vrchlice. It is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List continue reading

8.
Pernštejn Castle

The most beautiful Moravian castle

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| Altitude: 401 m / 1 316 ft

Pernštejn Castle, being an architectural jewel in the forests of the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands. Is often referred to as the „King of the Moravian Castles“. It overlooks the village of Nedvědice and looks very monumental and mysterious. This exceptionally preserved medieval castle was the base of the lords of Pernštejn. However, the late Gothic and early Renaissance style of the castle was not affected by any further rebuilding. continue reading

9.
Old Town Square

The most beautiful square of the world

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| Altitude: 192 m / 630 ft

The Old Town Square is considered one of the most beautiful squares in the world. It is surrounded by exhibition houses from the renaissance, rococo and baroque times, and mainly several other important buildings such as the town hall with the famous astronomical clock, the Tyn Church and the St. Nicholas. In the center of the square is a massive monument of Master Jan Hus. continue reading

10.
Konopiště Castle

Chateau with the largest number of hunting trophie

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| Altitude: 376 m / 1 234 ft

Konopiště is one of the most important cultural monuments in the Czech Republic. The Emperor also lived here. The tour of the castle is admirable. Primarily trophies. One can not find a chateau where there would be as many trophies as here. Significant diplomatic negotiations, military engagements, social struggles, as well as the creative activity of artists, craftsmen and laborers took place in Konopiště continue reading

11.
Svatá hora near Příbram

The most important pilgrimage site in Bohemia

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| Altitude: 579 m / 1 900 ft

To the southeast of the center of Příbram you will find the most important Marian pilgrimage site in Bohemia – the Holy Mountain. The center of the whole complex is the beautiful Basilica of the Assumption. A big point of interest is the Staircase connecting the center of Příbram with the mountain top continue reading

12.
Square of Zachariáš of Hradec in Telč

Fairytale jewel in Telč

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| Altitude: 524 m / 1 719 ft

The square of Zachariáš of Hradec is one of the most impressive squares in the Czech Republic. You will find magnificent burgher houses and of course a large Marian Column continue reading

13.
Kost Castle

The most beautiful castle of Bohemian Paradise

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| Altitude: 310 m / 1 017 ft

The monumental Gothic Castle Kost is towering above the line of three picturesque valleys. Kost is one of the most beautiful castles in the Czech Republic. In addition, it has a very beautiful neighborhood in the Plakánek valley. It is one of the most interesting places of Bohemian Paradise. continue reading

14.
Zelená Hora

A jewel from Jan Blazej Santini-Aichel

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| Altitude: 615 m / 2 018 ft

On the northern outskirts of Žďár nad Sázavou you will find a complete Baroque gem on Zelená Hora by the famous architect Jan Blažej Santini-Aichel – the Church of St. John of Nepomuk. Thanks to its significance, it has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Around the church is built ring of cloisters continue reading

15.
Bouzov Castle

The most beautiful castle in Central Moravia

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| Altitude: 422 m / 1 385 ft

Bouzov Castle dates back to the 14th century, which has acquired today's romantic appearance at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Fully furnished interiors can be seen in several guided tours. continue reading

16.
Hospital Kuks

Baroque pearl

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| Altitude: 304 m / 997 ft

The Baroque complex of the Kuks Hospital is built in a picturesque location above the river Elbe. Perhaps the most famous part of the complex are sculptures by the famous sculptor MB Braun. Here you will find not only secular and church buildings, but also a nice large garden and a pharmaceutical mu­seum continue reading

17.
Přemysl Otakar II Square.

The most beautiful square in southern Bohemia

Altitude: 387 m / 1 270 ft

Přemysl Otakar II Square. is one of the largest squares in the Czech Republic and also one of the most beautiful. In its center stands the beautiful Samson's Fountain – simply the center of the city. There are also several other interesting buildings such as the town hall or the Včela Palace continue reading

18.
Castle and Chateau Český Krumlov

Czech Castle on UNESCO list

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| Altitude: 497 m / 1 631 ft

With its area of over 6 hectares, the State Castle and Chateau Český Krumlov is the second largest castle and chateau complex in Bohemia. In 1992, it was registered on the UNESCO World Heritage List and is currently the third most visited Czech castle or castle. continue reading

19.
Pilgrimage area Svatý Kopeček

The most important pilgrimage site in Moravia

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| Altitude: 380 m / 1 247 ft

Northeast of Olomouc you will find one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Moravia – Svatý Kopeček. The dominant of the whole area is the magnificent Baroque Basilica of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary. Be sure to go through the Pilgrimage Alley to Svatý Kopeček with beautiful statues continue reading

20.
Loket Castle

An impressive castle over the river Ohře

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| Altitude: 417 m / 1 368 ft

Loket is a Roman-Gothic castle from the first half of the 13th century. It hovers over the river Ohře in the protected landscape area Slavkovský les. continue reading

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