Buchlov, Medieval castle in Buchlovice, Czech Republic
Positioned at 522 meters elevation, the stone fortress combines Romanesque, Gothic, and Renaissance architectural elements across its two primary defensive towers and palace structure.
The castle originated in 1300 as a royal fortification, changing ownership through centuries between aristocratic families including the Cimburk, Žerotín, Zástřizl, and Petřvald dynasties.
Saint Barbara's Chapel within the castle complex maintains its function as a historic funeral crypt where religious services and pilgrimages still take place.
The castle received 47,509 visitors in 2022, offering guided tours through state rooms decorated with painted ceilings and artistic stucco work.
The castle hosted a significant diplomatic meeting before the Bosnian Crisis in 1908, marking its role in European political history.
Location: Buchlovice
Inception: 13 century
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture, Gothic architecture, Renaissance architecture
Elevation above the sea: 522 m
Website: http://hrad-buchlov.cz
GPS coordinates: 49.10750,17.31083
Latest update: May 19, 2025 13:56
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