Gorlice, Underground casemate complex in Vyšehrad, Prague, Czech Republic
Gorlice is an underground chamber within the Vyšehrad fortress system, part of a network of passages beneath the castle. The space is large and tall, built into the fortification structure and now serving as a museum space for preserved artworks.
This hall was constructed between 1656 and 1678 following modifications to the Saint Bernard bastion. It originally served military purposes as a gathering place and storage area for supplies during periods of conflict.
The Gorlice Hall displays six baroque statues moved from Charles Bridge, created by skilled sculptors of that era. These works of art sit within the underground space, representing what visitors would have seen in religious and public spaces above ground.
The chamber is accessible through guided tours offered at regular intervals, with printed guides available in multiple languages. Visitors should expect uneven underground surfaces and bring warm clothing, as the space remains cool year-round.
In 1744, three local residents prevented the destruction of the entire fortress by removing fuses from 133 barrels of gunpowder that Prussian forces had placed. Their action saved not only the physical structure but also preserved the location for future generations.
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