Krivoklát Castle
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Central Bohemian Region
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of the Czech Republic
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Křivoklát was founded during 12th century and belonged to Bohemain kings. During the reign of Přemysl Otakar II a large, monumental royal castle was built, later rebuilt by king Václav IV
Wenceslaus, King of the Romans
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and later enlarged by king Vladislav of Jagellon.
The castle was damaged by fire several times. It was turned into harsh prison and the building slowly deteriorated. During 19th century family of Fürstenberg
Fürstenberg (princely family)
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became castle owners and reconstructed it after a fire in 1826.
Today the castle serves as museum, tourist destination and place of theatrical exhibitions. Collections of hunting weapons, Gothic paintings and books are stored here.
Village Křivoklát
Krivoklát
Krivoklát can refer to*Krivoklát, a village in the Trenčín Region of Slovakia*Křivoklát, a village in the Central Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic...
slowly grew up under the castle since 14th century.