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The castle has a unique story that intervenes with the well-known authorities at that time. Before the Gestapo took over the place, the chateau was a magical place for artistic people to stay over and spend their lives here. Discover the story of Jenerálka and how it helped fifty innocent children whose parents were sadly executed by the authorities.  Going back in time-capsule The story of Jenerálka dates back to the 18th century when it was first found and established by the Austrian General Staff. Its design, both and indoors, is breathtaking. When aspiring to its beauty, it is clear to see the neo-baroque reconstruction, which gives Jenerálka a chateau spirit. The castle is a lovely two-story structure with Neo-BaroqueRead more.

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Okoř Castle is one of the few historical sites on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The route from Prague will take you there in under 30 minutes by car. So let’s discover what the town has to offer to visitors. Traveling through centuries  The history of the Okoř castle takes place back in the 13th century. The tiny hamlet of Oko, northwest of Prague, was built around 1228.As civilization advanced and moved to the city, the castle’s architecture evolved into a Gothic style. Frantisek Rokyčansky stood behind this innovation. He was one of the wealthiest burghers of Prague’s Old Town back at that time. In the meantime, he was also living in the castle as it was his primary residence.Read more.

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A giant castle that imprisoned a queen and houses a dragon is a thing of fairytales, except in the Czech Republic, where castles, princes, and magical spirits are intertwined into our history. Located near Karlovy Vary, Loket Castle was built in the 12th century in the Romanesque style and was most likely made to serve as a border fortress. However, through the 13th to 14th centuries, the castle and its surrounding town received an upgrade into a royal city. The castle received renovations into the Gothic style it bears today. Additionally, many royal families began to stay at the castle and used it as an escape from danger. In the early 14th century, Queen Eliška Přemyslovna and her young son,Read more.