Čtyři palice, Nature reserve in Březiny, Czech Republic.
Čtyři palice is a nature reserve in Březiny featuring several distinct rock formations with their own names. The largest formation is Paličatá, where massive stone blocks are separated by natural gaps, while other formations display different geological structures.
The government designated this area as a protected natural reserve in 1990. The decision aimed to preserve the distinctive geological structures and maintain the biodiversity of the local environment.
The rock formations are well known locally as training grounds for climbers, shaping how people in the region relate to the landscape. Community members regularly use the site to practice their skills and spend time outdoors.
The reserve is accessible by following marked trails from the villages of Milovy or Křižánky. The nearest parking is available in the village of České Milovy.
The four major stones of the Paličatá formation carry names like Sfinga and Kobyla and are separated by crevices with their own names such as Jukadlo. These local names reflect how climbers and residents have personally named and experienced the site across generations.
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