Ústí nad Orlicí, District town in Pardubice Region, Czech Republic.
Description
Ústí nad Orlicí is a town in the Pardubice Region located where the Tichá Orlice and Třebovka rivers meet, surrounded by rolling terrain at 340 meters elevation. It sits on major railway lines connecting Prague to Olomouc and Brno, and hosts several schools including gymnasia and primary institutions.
History
The settlement received its first written documentation in 1285 when King Wenceslaus II granted the estate to nobleman Záviš of Falkenstein as a royal gift. This early establishment as a significant holding eventually led to its growth as a trade center.
Culture
The central Mírové Square displays arcaded buildings and a Marian column from 1737, reflecting traditional Bohemian design. These structures continue to shape the town's character and identity.
Practical
The town is easily accessible by rail, located on routes between major cities with regular daily connections. Most sights can be reached on foot since the town is compact and walkable.
Did you know?
The Kocian Violin Competition draws young musicians from around the world and has become a recognized event in the classical music scene. This international contest brings unexpected artistic recognition to the town and reveals it as a hub for musical talent.
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Andrlův chlum
2.1 km
Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Ústí nad Orlicí
84 m
Dolní Libchavy Castle
1.7 km
Hernychova vila
200 m
Church of the Visitation of Our Lady
6.1 km
Andrlův Chlum
2.1 km
Town hall in Ústí nad Orlicí
15 m
Horákova kaple
6.7 km
Křížová cesta
1.3 km
Dům čp. 102
3.4 kmLípa v Knapovci
4.6 kmDostálova lípa
3.3 km
Venkovský dům Lukesova 313 v Ústí nad Orlicí
289 m
Statue of the Flagellation of Christ in Oldřichovice, Ústí nad Orlicí
1.3 km
Socha svatého Jana Nepomuckého
2.7 km
Socha svatého Václava
260 m
Hartmanova vila
491 m
Statue of Icarus in Ústí nad Orlicí
26 m
Socha Bubnující legionář
456 m
Statue of John of Nepomuk in Ústí nad Orlicí
146 m
Statue of Holy Trinity in Ústí nad Orlicí
125 m
Maria column in Ústí nad Orlicí
12 m
Hřbitovní kaple Zmrtvýchvstání Páně
4.3 km
Statue of Saint Florian in Ústí nad Orlicí
109 m
Socha svatého Jana Nepomuckého
4.4 km
Socha Nejsvětější Trojice
5.9 km
Kociánova vila
2 km
Church of Saints Peter and Paul
4.4 km
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