Castle Bystřice pod Hostýnem, Baroque château in Bystřice pod Hostýnem, Czech Republic.
Castle Bystřice pod Hostýnem is a Baroque mansion located in the town of the same name. The building displays typical Baroque features and was expanded in the 18th century with two Neoclassical wings.
The original structure was built in 1440 as a Gothic fortress and later underwent Renaissance changes. After a fire in 1616, it was reconstructed and acquired its Baroque form.
The castle serves as the town hall and houses a local museum that tells the story of the region. Visitors can see how the building is used in everyday life and learn about what matters to the community.
The building is easy to reach and sits in the town center. Visitors can view the exterior at any time, and the museum inside is open to the public on certain days.
From 1827 to 1933, the castle belonged to descendants of Ernst Gideon von Laudon, a notable military commander of the era. This connection to the family of an important general adds a layer to the building's story.
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