Saturday, August 28, 2021

Kromeriz, Czechia - UNESCO World Heritage Site

 Place: Kromeriz, Czechia

Weather: Rain showers in the morning will evolve into more steady rain in the afternoon, 49/67F.

Route: From Trebic 123 km east on Route 23 and D1.

Population: 28,620

Significance: The UNESCO designation is specific to the castle and gardens at Kromeriz, which were built by a bishop in the 17th century. The bishops had as much power as kings at that point in history - the castle and gardens show how much wealth they were able to accumulate.

Website: UNESCO World Heritage Site

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The gardens at Kromeriz are among the most beautiful in Europe (from whc.unesco.org)

The entrance to the Baroque residence (from whc.unesco.org)




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