Travel Tip: Krivoklat Castle, breathtaking medieval castle just outside Prague

in #travel7 years ago

Dear Steemit friends and followers,

Welcome to my Travel Tip series where I promote some of the most beautiful places, interesting landmarks and impressive architectural sites of my homeland, the Czech Republic.

Today, I will take you to another spectacular medieval castle, the castle of Krivoklat.

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Perched on a rock above the town of the same name in Central Bohemia (about a one-hour drive from Prague), the Krivoklat Castle is a majestic Gothic castle built in the late 12th and early 13th century during the reign of Premysl Otakar, one of the most prominent Czech kings.

Renowned for its stunning medieval exterior and beautiful natural surroundings, the castle now serves as a museum, popular tourist destination and place for theatrical exhibitions.

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Source: Wikimedia Commons (Creative Commons)

Visitors can choose from several different tours of the castle´s interiors, ranging in length (45 to 80 minutes) and price (120 – 170 CZK). The castle houses impressive collections of hunting weapons, Gothic paintings and other old artworks. There is also a large library containing more than 52,000 books.

The infamous Torture Chamber is the scariest place of the castle while the Great Tower offers astonishing views of the nearby hills and dense forests. The Royal Hall is the largest hall in the country, right after the legendary Vladislav Hall at the Prague Castle.

The Krivoklat Castle has also been featured in numerous films including some of the most popular Czech tales and musicals.


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Tomas
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nice photo dear friend great

hi bro, i'm from indonesia. I am very interested in the country in europe. the country there still retains many medieval buildings. I love that, one of your country you describe this. I was interested to visit it. I hope that my steem dollar will increase rapidly, and I can refill it for a vacation to your country.

I'm sorry my English is not good, I use google translate. I think you know what I mean 😁

I hope it does so you can make your trip:)....

I suggest you anyone who's want to travel or vacation to Czech Republic, must follow @czechglobalhost's travel tip post. Anything in one place. Thanks for the assistance.

Thank you very much. I truly appreciate your comment. Tomas

A beautiful castle where Edward Kelley, John Dee's scryer and charlatan assistant, was imprisoned and finally met his death when he fell attempting to escape from the White Tower. Also on display is the fantastic illuminated manuscript of Vaclav IV's bible from the late 14th century .. one of the great treasures found in the Czech lands. : )
https://poznamkypanabavora.wordpress.com/2017/07/30/bible-krale-vaclava-iv/

Thanky you for adding some more valuable information. Tomas

Edward Kelley actually died a bit later near Most in another prison situation. He broke his leg at Krivoklat ... just wanted to correct that mistake.

Whoa, a strikingly beautiful castle in Prague! I wish I could go there someday! 😍🙏🏻

I do hope you can make it over here one day from sunny Cebu:)....

very pretty castle is very similiar to one in Portugal.
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When i go to Prague i will go visit for sure :)

Thanks for your valuable post sharing.... i like this photography. and also i appreciate this traveling....all the best dear...@upvoted and resteemed

Very nic post,i like it very much,good work,

nice to share.
have a nice travel

13th century we arein the 21st yet it looks new. Dem have get to get money and visit as many places as I can

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It looks amazing place like the other places in Czech Republic...Wished to see it one day..

Absolutely beautiful pictures!!

I have always wanted visit Prague.

I would love to walk through the Krivoklat Castle

I have looked at some of your other posts and you really take some great pictures.


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Loving this Castle. WoW... Thanks for sharing. I need to get to this place for sure. #adsactly #absolutenews

I did not know about this castle. It looks very beautiful and interesting. Thanks for pointing it out.

WOW! The places i've been seeing lately just makes me crave to be there. i can't wait to tour the universe. The castle looks great. Nice pictures.

It looks like Hogwart Castle. o.O isn't it?

you post is superb , thanks for that great work and time you spent organizing this information

And again @czechglobalhosts hit again with some amazing photos way to go👍🏼

Good, steady, good luck on your success, long life and healthy always, do not forget also my post will remain in steemit

Good, steady, good luck on your success, long life and healthy always, do not forget also my post will remain in steemit

wonderful post, Not only is it one of the most beautiful castles that can be found in the Czech Republic ... but the oldest ones in Central Bohemia! Located only 30 kilometers from Prague,

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Very beautiful castle!
Thanks for sharing!

It was so great castle. In Indonesia, we can find in few places which have a little similiar building like in Europe. Like this pict
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Bellas estan tus fotos,felicitaciones buen trabajo

Excellent photography, sincerely it is impregnating to see the contrasts of colors and harmony that simply distill those images. In addition to all this, it is incredible to see how these simple and often insignificant details give so much splendor to our lives and environments. Simply, inaccurate.

My mum live in Prague! Yes its amazing old city, i hope somedays i will visit her,and she will show me perfect places😊i like your post, very interesting 👍

Thank you for sharing, I am also sharing my travel experience, hope you can like it.

The czech republic looks like a great spot with great scenery and some really good music comes from there also.
How long do you recommend visiting for ?

Architecture is the alphabet of giants, the greatest system of visible symbols ever created. I liked your post, keep it up. I wish you to break a big jackpot.