Strakonice Castle
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Klokani
N 49° 15.499 E 013° 54.106
33U E 420089 N 5456752
Web camera in the middle of the castle.
Waymark Code: WM6AYF
Location: Jihočeský kraj, Czechia
Date Posted: 05/05/2009
Views: 136
The Strakonice Castle is a unique historical and architectural landmark which played an important role in the development of the town. The first written reference to the name Strakonice dates back to the year 1235. The castle was owned by the noble family of Bavor from Strakonice up to 1243 when the family donated a part of the castle to the Maltese Knights. Since then the castle was held by the same owner for almost 700 years. The co-existence of the secular and church authorities on one castle lasted for almost 150 years. Both their symbols – the Bavor bullet and the Maltese cross are basic symbols of the Strakonice town flag now. Since 1402 the entire castle was held by the Maltese Knights – the Knights of St. John´s Order. The castle area was gradually rebuilt so you can find examples of several building styles here. The architectural development was terminated by the Baroque extension of a chateau in the eastern part in the years 1714 – 1721.
Public or Private?: Public
Web Site URL: [Web Link]
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Updated October 3, 2011:
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