Bohemian Paradise

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Jičín

The town of Jičín, located on the edge of Bohemian Paradise, is rightly referred to as the gate to this picturesque region.

 

Libosad linden alley

Libosad is a protected park with a Baroque-style chateau.

 

 

Wallenstein`s loggia

The generously conceived loggia is connected to the Libosad Park.

 

Valdštejn Chateau, Jičín

The chateau in Jičín was built after 1608; 12 years later, it caught fire after an explosion, and was seriously damaged. Under Albrecht of Valdštejn, in 1633, it was newly built in the Baroque style.

 

Lookout tower Čeřovka

The stone lookout tower Milohlídka at Čeřovka was built by an order of Jičín Governor Hansgirg in the year 1843.

 

Ruin of Veliš Castle

Veliš Castle was built on top of Velichovův Vrch around 1300. At that time, it was the strongest castle in Bohemia.

 

Valdicka brana

The Valdická Brána - Valdice Gate is a Renaissance structure that was built between 1568 and 1578 as a part of the town fortification. The highest storey, in the late Baroque style, dates from 1768; the upper part of the tower with a gallery and a tent-shaped roof was built in 1840. It is a typical dominant feature of the town silhouette.