Polná, town in the Czech Republic
Polná is a town in Jihlava District in the Czech Republic with historic buildings and monuments spanning different periods. The center features baroque-style houses, a Trinity monument stands on the main square, and several churches including the Church of the Assumption of Mary with its distinctive tall tower shape the townscape.
Polná was a significant medieval settlement with crafts and commerce, its structure shaped by stone walls and a castle complex. Over the centuries the town developed as a center for craftsmanship including tailoring and metalworking, while its monumental buildings bear witness to this long history.
The town has a Jewish synagogue built in 1684 that speaks to the history of that community, with a nearby cemetery containing gravestones from different periods. Local residents maintain their traditions through events like the Carrot Pilgrimage in September, when music and regional food bring people together on the main square.
The town is easy to explore on foot, with quiet streets that invite walking and observing the old buildings. A self-guided trail with information signs leads through the town center and surrounding area, making it a good way to learn about the main sites.
A pond called Peklo lies near the town and is popular for ice skating in winter, while serving as a quiet spot for waterside walks in summer. The pond's name means Hell, a contrast to its peaceful character today.
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