Slatiňany Castle, Gothic Revival château in Slatiňany, Czech Republic.
Slatiňany is a Gothic Revival château in Bohemia with Renaissance architectural elements blended throughout. The grounds feature an extensive English park with decorative gardens and original period interiors.
The site evolved from a wooden fortress built in the 13th century into a Renaissance castle during later periods. The Auersperg family became associated with the property for two centuries before changes in ownership occurred in 1945.
The castle houses a specialized museum dedicated to horse breeding history, with particular focus on the Old Kladruby horse breed and its development. Visitors encounter displays showing how these animals were raised and trained across generations.
The castle is open to visitors through guided tours conducted primarily in Czech with English written guides available. Advance reservations are strongly recommended, especially during the warmer months when visitor numbers peak.
On the grounds sits Kočičí hrádek, a miniature castle built at one-fifth scale and designed specifically for children's entertainment. This small architectural creation offers a delightful surprise that many visitors overlook.
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