Rajská zahrada, Renaissance garden at Prague Castle, Czech Republic.
Rajská zahrada is a Renaissance garden within the Prague Castle complex, featuring terraced flower beds, ornamental ponds, and stone pathways at different levels. The space connects these levels through stairs and ramps that wind through the planting areas and open sections.
Emperor Rudolf II established this garden in the 16th century as part of his royal residence, incorporating Renaissance principles into its design. Over centuries, the space was reshaped and expanded multiple times while retaining the core structure of its original layout.
The name translates to "Paradise Garden", reflecting its design as an ordered and harmonious space. Visitors today can see symmetrical flower beds, geometric pathways, and fountains that embody an idealized vision of nature.
The garden is accessible through the main Prague Castle entrance during regular opening hours. Wearing comfortable shoes is advisable, as the route involves stairs and different ground levels.
The garden holds stone sculptures and fountains from different periods that reveal how Czech garden design evolved over the centuries. Some of these works date from earlier projects but were preserved and integrated into later renovation schemes.
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