Pernštejnové / Lords of Pernštejn - Príhrádek / Chateau' barbican - Pardubice (East Bohemia)
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Depicted stone coat of arms of Lords of Pernštejn (pánové z Pernštejna) is located above southern entrance gate of so called "Príhrádek" - the only possible way connecting historic Pardubice centre with Chateau' precincts.
Waymark Code: WMVAEP
Location: Pardubický kraj, Czechia
Date Posted: 03/23/2017
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Depicted stone coat of arms of Lords of Pernštejn (pánové z Pernštejna) is located above southern entrance gate of so called "Príhrádek" - the only possible way connecting historic Pardubice centre with Chateau' precincts.

So called "Príhrádek" at Pardubice Chateau, in reality its barbican, is pictoresque residue of late-Gothic fortification of Pardubice Chateau (originlly castle) and city of Pardubice.


Lords of Pernštejn were at the turn of the 15th and 16th centuries one of the most powerful and at the same time one of the richest lineages in the country and always played an important role in the politics of the Kingdom of Bohemia.

The first written mention of the Lords of Pernštejn is from 13th century from the region of southern Moravia. Their admirable creative energy and determination was soon the cause of big influence on the development of the Kingdom and the exceptional fortune. Just in East Bohemia they had a major impact on the economy and landscaping – they founded a system of ponds and irrigation ditches, many of which still exist today. The Pernštejns also renowned for their longevity and fertility. Despite this fact, the stock died out on the spear side in 1631 and fifteen years later on the distaff side. Their heirs became the Lobkowiczs.

Bearer of Coat of Arms: Noble (aristocratic) family

Full name of the bearer: Pernštejnové / Lords of Pernštejn

Where is Coat of Arms installed (short description) ?:
Located above southern entrance gate of so called "Príhrádek" - the only possible way connecting historic Pardubice centre with Chateau' precincts.


Material / Design: Stone

Blazon (heraldic description):
CZ: Cerná hlava zubra se zlatou houžví v nozdrách, pole štítu bylo nejprve stříbrné, od 16. století se zobrazovalo jako zlaté. ENG: Black wisent's head with golden nose ring in silver shield.


Address:
Příhrádek 531 16 Pardubice I Czech Republic


Web page about the structure where is Coat of Arms installed (if exists): [Web Link]

Web page about the bearer of Coat of Arms (if exists): [Web Link]

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