Czechoslovak history - Counter Reformation, Protestant Rebellion: The early stage of Rudolf II’s long reign as Holy Roman emperor (1576–1612) was simply an extension of Maximilian’s regime. But in 1583 Rudolf transferred his court from Vienna to Prague, and the Bohemian capital became once more an imperial residence and a lively political and cultural centre. A passionate patron of the
2. Cesky Krumlov. donald judge / Flickr. Cesky Krumlov, a town featuring a large “Bohemian Castle” resides in the region of Krumlov. It was created in the late thirteenth century, when the region was. The location along a natural crossing of the Vltava river made it a perfect place to build.
Home to over a million inhabitants, Prague is the capital city of the Czech Republic in Central Europe. Called the “City of a Hundred Spires,” Prague is known for architectural marvels that have survived wartime in Europe — the towers of centuries-old palaces, the domes of churches, and charming buildings still standing to this day.
The largest church in the country and one of the most impressive examples of gothic architecture, Saint Vitus Cathedral is located in the grounds of Prague Castle. The church was originally built in 1344, at which time it was one of the tallest buildings in the country. The church’s main tower stands at 96.5 meters and contains a main hall
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