Hranice - South Moravia, Czech Republic
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N 49° 33.013 E 017° 44.086
33U E 697803 N 5492216
Hranice Chateau
Waymark Code: WMPVQP
Location: Olomoucký kraj, Czechia
Date Posted: 10/26/2015
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The history of Hranice Castle begins with the construction of a stronghold, first mentioned in the late 14th century. Later the stronghold was rebuilt into a castle, which was then extended by the Lords of Pernštejn.
One of the later owners, Jan Kropác of Nevedomí, redeveloped the building into a two-wing Renaissance chateau, and the subsequent holder, Zdenek Žampach of Potštejn, converted it into its present-day form. In 1996-1998 an overall reconstruction of the chateau took place, and nowadays it ranks amongst the most beautiful late Renaissance structures in Moravia. It is a seat of the Hranice Municipality, and the first floor houses a gallery. Thanks to its unique roofing, the courtyard serves as a venue for various cultural events.
Accessibility: Full access
Condition: Intact
Admission Charge?: no
Website: [Web Link]
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