You Are Here - Svijany, Czech Republic
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N 50° 34.424 E 015° 03.310
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You Are Here [CZ: Zde stojite] beside Svijany Chateau
Waymark Code: WMYHM1
Location: Liberecký kraj, Czechia
Date Posted: 06/17/2018
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Originally a Renaissance chateau built between 1565 and 1567, the structure was converted to its current Classicist style in 1823 while in ownership of Prince Rohan. The chateau served as dwelling of higher magisters. Following 1945, the building was seized by the Czechoslovak government. An insensitive adaptation followed, turning the structure into a storage building and a dormitory; afterwards, it was falling into disrepair for a number of years.
Later, in 2013, the chateau was acquired by the Svijany Brewery, joint-stock company, which was determined to restore the devastated site to its original splendour and to open it to the public. An exhibition of abundant Bronze Age archaeological artefacts found within the area of Svijany is set to open in the chateau in June 2016. The exhibition will also present the history of the chateau, the local aristocracy and the brewery itself. Visitors will also be able to enter the chapel with its original late Renaissance murals, which are currently undergoing restoration works. The chateau grounds will also host concerts, festivals and many other cultural events in the future.
Location Name: Svijany Chateau
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