Ctěnice Castle, Baroque castle and museum in Vinoř, Czech Republic
Ctěnice Castle is a two-story baroque building with white walls and an arcaded courtyard near Prague. The complex stands within gardens and now operates as a museum displaying exhibitions about Czech history.
The castle was first mentioned in 1273 as property of Strahov Monastery and underwent major renovations during the Renaissance. These changes under the Hrzán family shaped the building's current form.
The castle houses exhibitions about Czech history, displaying period furniture and architectural elements that demonstrate the lifestyle of nobility through centuries.
The museum offers guided tours through the castle complex, which is accessible by regular bus services from central Prague. Visitors should note that tours are organized experiences, and it is best to check current opening times in advance.
Restoration work uncovered multi-layered historical frescoes within the castle walls, documenting different construction phases from medieval times onward. These discoveries reveal how the building was continuously modified and expanded across centuries.
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