Čelákovice, Municipality with town privileges in Prague-East District, Czech Republic
Description
Čelákovice is a town situated on the left bank of the Elbe River, roughly 15 kilometers east of Prague. The settlement sits at an elevation of 184 meters and benefits from direct railway connections to Prague and Kolín.
History
The site has origins reaching back to the Stone Age, with a fortress constructed around 1300. This fortification was later converted into a museum that continues to serve the community today.
Culture
The Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary displays architectural styles layered over time, creating a visual record of different building periods. Walking through town, you can observe how these changes reflect the community's evolution across centuries.
Practical
The town is accessible by regular train connections to Prague and Kolín, making it easy to reach from the capital. Once there, getting around is straightforward since the settlement is compact and most sites are within walking distance.
Did you know?
The TOS factory, established in 1910, shapes the town's character and specializes in machine tool production. This industrial facility played a key role in the community's growth and remains a major employer.
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Káraný water works
2.2 km
Volmanova vila
1.2 km
Zdymadlo Čelákovice
953 m
Vodní mlýn v Čelákovicích
666 m
Church of Saint Bartholomew in Mochov
3.6 km
Statue of John of Nepomuk in Čelákovice
307 m
Káraný - Hrbáčkovy tůně
3.5 km
Tvrz Čelákovice
618 m
Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Čelákovice
667 m
Footbridge in Čelákovice
1.3 km
Lázně Toušeň
2.2 km
Kozí chlup
3.8 km
Václavka
2.6 km
Poltruba
3.9 km
Černá tůň
3.8 km
Laguna (Káraný)
1.4 km
Radnice
322 m
Socha Pěvec u školy v ulici Jana Amose Komenského v Čelákovicích
133 m
Most U Kapličky - U Zdymadel v Čelákovicích
699 m
Káraný 29
2.3 km
Saint Florian church
2.6 km
Pomník 600 let Městské knihy v ulici Jana Amose Komenského v Čelákovicích
166 m
Pomník Husův kámen v zahradě Husova sboru v Čelákovicích
527 m
Železniční most v Čelákovicích
1.9 km
Krucifix
2.6 km
Děkanství
642 m
Panská sýpka
2.3 km
Stromořadí lip malolistých
2.6 km
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