Polička, Medieval municipality in Svitavy District, Czech Republic.
Polička is a town with city privileges in Svitavy District, Czech Republic, situated on elevated terrain surrounded by rolling countryside. Stone fortifications and defensive towers form a ring around the settlement, marking the boundary of the historic core.
The settlement was founded in the 13th century to monitor trade passing between two historical regions. Over time it grew into a significant administrative and commercial hub within the broader region.
The Church of Saint James the Great gives its name to the town's spiritual center and shapes how locals and visitors experience the place. It stands as the focal point where religious traditions and daily life intersect, visible from many corners of the town.
The town is easy to explore on foot, as the fortification wall creates a natural boundary around the historic area. Some streets slope upward, so comfortable walking shoes and time to wander at a leisurely pace are helpful.
The renowned composer Bohuslav Martinu was born in 1890 in a room above the church, where his father worked as the bell keeper. This connection links the birthplace of a major artistic figure to the town's spiritual center.
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