Jordán, Water reservoir in Tábor, Czech Republic

Jordán is a reservoir in Tábor formed by a dam and surrounded by accessible banks. The body of water serves both recreational and practical purposes for the region.

Construction of the reservoir began in the late 15th century, establishing it as one of Central Europe's oldest water storage structures. It was originally designed to provide drinking water for Tábor.

The reservoir was called a rybník (fishpond) until the mid-19th century, when the Czechoslovak Academy of Sciences' language institute recorded the shift to nádrž (reservoir). Water has been drawn from it since 1508, when a waterworks was built below the dam; from 1567 it fed the town fountains, the first on the main square.

The northern bank, called Plovka, has a sandy beach, changing rooms, a children's playground and a volleyball court; pedal boats and rowing boats can be hired there. On the south side there are several pontoons. The reservoir lies in the eastern part of Tábor, beside the main square.

A modern bridge crosses the water, suspended from a tall pylon by steel cables. This structure has become a local landmark and demonstrates engineering skill.