Holašovice, Rural World Heritage Site in South Bohemia, Czech Republic.
Holašovice is a rural village in South Bohemia containing 23 farmsteads with approximately 120 buildings arranged in a U-shape around a broad central green space. The structures predominantly date from the 18th century and maintain their original layout to the present day.
The village was founded in 1263 and remained under the control of the Cistercian monastery of Vyšší Brod until 1848. A devastating plague struck the community in 1520 yet did not alter the overall settlement pattern that exists today.
The buildings display South Bohemian folk baroque style with decorated gables, arched gates, and ornamental details from the 18th century. Residents maintain this architectural tradition in their daily lives within these historic structures.
The village can be explored on foot, and guided tours are available through preserved farmsteads, the chapel of Saint John, and the traditional forge. Visitors should wear appropriate footwear since the paths are unpaved and can be slippery when wet.
After World War II, the village stood empty for decades, which preserved its medieval layout and traditional buildings in their original form. Restoration efforts began in 1990 and allowed the recovery of this exceptional rural setting.
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