Karlštejn Castle, Medieval castle in Karlštejn, Czech Republic
The castle stands on three ascending terraces, with the Imperial Palace at the base and the Great Tower reaching a height of 60 meters.
Founded in 1348 by Charles IV, Holy Roman Emperor, the castle stored the Imperial Regalia and Bohemian Crown Jewels until their relocation in the 16th century.
The Chapel of the Holy Cross features 129 panel paintings by Master Theodoric, depicting saints against gold backgrounds with semi-precious stones embedded in the walls.
The castle receives over 200,000 visitors annually and offers guided tours in multiple languages throughout the year, with modified schedules during winter months.
During the Hussite Wars in 1421, attackers used biological warfare by throwing dead bodies over the castle walls to spread disease among defenders.
Location: Karlštejn
Architectural style: Rococo
GPS coordinates: 49.71450,16.06401
Latest update: March 8, 2025 20:24
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