Schwarzenberg Tomb, Neo-Gothic mausoleum in Domanín, Czech Republic.
The Schwarzenberg Tomb is a Neo-Gothic mausoleum in Domanín with a chapel featuring an altar of white sandstone, alabaster, and Istrian marble topped by a Christ sculpture. The above-ground structure was designed as a place of worship and remembrance for the family.
The mausoleum was built in 1877 by Eleonora Schwarzenberg after the village church could no longer accommodate the family's burials. This shift marked a change in how the family chose to honor their deceased.
The tomb bears the Schwarzenberg family name and serves as a quiet place where visitors sense the family's devotion and values. Sculptural elements throughout reflect how the family wished to be remembered and their standing in southern Bohemia.
The mausoleum is located in Domanín near Třeboň and is reachable by following marked walking paths from town. Guided tours can be arranged in advance through Park U Hrobky for those seeking more detailed information.
The underground section beneath the mausoleum holds 26 coffins, including those of Johann Nepomuk I and II, with the last burial placed there in 1938. This hidden chamber reveals how many family generations found their final resting place below ground.
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