Písek, District capital in South Bohemia, Czech Republic.
Písek is a town with city privileges located on both banks of the Otava River in South Bohemia. The urban area spans nine neighborhoods at an elevation of 378 meters.
King Ottokar II founded this royal town in 1254 as a significant trade center. Its early prosperity came from gold extraction, where workers panned particles from river sediment.
The Film School shapes the town's identity as a place where creative learning happens. You can sense this commitment to arts when walking through the community.
The town is easy to navigate on foot with clear pedestrian routes through the central areas. Most points of interest are within walking distance of each other.
The stone bridge crossing the Otava was built in the 13th century and stands among the oldest surviving bridge structures in Europe. Its age makes it a striking example of medieval engineering skill.
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