Horšovský Týn Castle, Renaissance castle in Město, Czech Republic
Horšovský Týn is a Renaissance castle in Město with well-preserved architecture from that period. The property includes a large park with several structures such as an observation tower, a chapel, and a summer residence.
After a major fire in 1547, John the Younger of Lobkowitz transformed the original Gothic structure into a Renaissance castle during reconstruction. This renovation shaped the property's appearance for centuries to come.
The chapel blends Gothic and Renaissance styles, reflecting the different building phases that shaped the castle. Visitors can see these layers of architecture as they move through the rooms.
Visitors can join guided tours lasting about four hours that show different sections of the former residence. It is wise to allow enough time to explore the rooms and surrounding park at a leisurely pace.
The castle remained under Trauttmansdorff family ownership for over three centuries, from 1623 to 1945, one of the longest continuous ownership periods in Bohemian architectural history. This lengthy tenure shaped the collection and condition of many interior spaces.
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