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Town in Vysočina, Czech Republic
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Pelhřimov is a small district capital (16,000 people) in Vysočina with a nice town square and historical centre. With a fountain in the middle of the square and historical buildings around it is a beautiful place to stop when travelling from the highway (exit 90 - Humpolec) towards České Budějovice.
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It hosts the Museum of Vysočina (the region name).
A Gothic building founded in the 13th/14th century. The main Baroque altar and beautiful Calvary, designed by Frantisek Bilek, is inside the church.
Oldest church in Pelhrimov and the former parish church. The vaulting and walls of the church interior show scenes from the life and martyr’s death of St. Vitus, as well as allegories of Faith, Hope and Charity. Nowadays the church is used as an exhibition and concert hall.
The 5-storey, 36-metre-high gatehouse was built in the 16th century as part of the fortification system. The Museum of Records and Curiosities resides here, a unique institution of this kind in Central Europe.
Just like the Lower Gatehouse, the Upper Gatehouse was built in the 16th century.
First mentioned in 1546, but the current appearance of the fountain dates to 1848. On top of the column stands a statue of St. James, in a pilgrim’s garment, decorated with shells and with a hat.
The original salt-house from 1707 burned down during a great fire. In 1882 foundations were laid for the town theatre (the National House).
Šrejnarovský dům
The north-western corner of the square is dominated by house No 10, named after the rich merchant Krystof Srejnar. The house was built in 1614 in the Renaissance style. It houses a tourist information center and the Memorial Hall of the Lipský Family.
This house has Baroque facade and a Mansard roof, rebuilt in early 19th century in the Cubist style.
Built in the Cubist style in early 19th century.
A chapel founded in 1699, originally was dedicated to the Transfiguration of Our Lord. After being demolished by the communist regime, only the perimeter walls are left.
By bicycle
Because Pelhřimov is located in this beautiful highlands of Vysočina, you will definitely enjoy taking a bike and spending an afternoon in nature.
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