Ratibořice, Empire style château in Česká Skalice, Czech Republic
Ratibořice Château stands on an elevated plain near the Úpa river, featuring white facades and symmetrical architecture with Baroque and Empire elements.
The property transformed from a medieval farm into a noble residence when Lorenzo Piccolomini constructed a Baroque summer palace between 1702 and 1708.
The château gained literary recognition through Božena Němcová's novel 'Babička', which depicted life in the surrounding village during the 19th century.
The château welcomes visitors throughout the year, with attendance numbers reaching 39,946 people in 2022, offering guided tours of period-furnished rooms.
Russian Tsar Alexander I and Austrian Chancellor Metternich met at the château in June 1813 to discuss military strategies regarding Napoleon I.
Location: Ratibořice
Architectural style: Empire style
Website: https://zamek-ratiborice.cz
GPS coordinates: 50.41470,16.05250
Latest update: March 5, 2025 15:00
The Czech Republic contains numerous rock formations, castles, and caves outside its capital. Explore sandstone arches in Bohemian Switzerland, witness Gothic architecture at Křivoklát Castle, or visit the limestone quarries of Velke Amerika. The country's historical sites include Renaissance chateaux, Baroque churches, and medieval fortresses, while natural landmarks feature cave systems and mountain spa towns.
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