Konojedy Castle, Cultural monument in Konojedy, Czech Republic.
Konojedy is a four-winged, four-story castle with stone walls and rounded towers displaying Baroque details on its exterior. The building preserves interior rooms that once served as residential spaces and storage areas for collections.
The castle began as a Gothic fortification in 1294 under Bishop Tobiáš of Benešov, serving as a regional defense structure. After 1725, it was transformed into a Baroque residence, which shaped its current appearance.
The castle now hosts regional events and exhibitions where visitors can experience local heritage. The rooms reflect how people lived and worked within these walls across different periods.
The castle is undergoing restoration work, so visitor access may be limited at times, making it wise to check conditions beforehand. The surrounding grounds offer walking paths and the location sits within green countryside, making a visit pleasant.
Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria acquired the property in 1887 and created an English landscape garden with terraces and rose gardens. These gardens represent a rare example of royal garden design in the Bohemian countryside.
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