The fly - Ceské Budejovice, Czech Republic
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N 48° 58.530 E 014° 28.541
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Black Tower (Cerná vež) is a well-known 16th century tower in Ceské Budejovice...
Waymark Code: WMX6CN
Location: Jihočeský kraj, Czechia
Date Posted: 12/03/2017
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It is situated near the NE corner of Premysl Otakar II Square, next to the Cathedral of St. Nicholas, and it is a favourite sight.
It was built in the near vicinity of the church because it served as its bell tower. Three Italian builders supervised the construction, which was finished in 1577. The tower is 72.3 metres tall and has nine floors. The gallery offers a beautiful view of the historic part of the town as well as its surroundings, including the chateau of Hluboká and the Klet Mountain on the opposite side.
The tower was built in order to protect the town against enemies and fires. It was originally called the New Tower, the Big Tower, the Parish Tower, or the Town Tower. It was given its new name in the 18th century when there was no major reconstruction and the building was decaying, so people started to call it Black.
In the middle window of the Black Tower is a big fly. It is one of the statues of the Summer Art Exhibition in 2011.
Type of insect: fly
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