Witnesses of Czech History

Wherever we step, we follow the trail of history. The immortal words of the Roman historian Titus Livius will probably remain valid forever. You will hardly find a place in Bohemia and Moravia that is not connected to some significant or interesting event in Czech or European history. Some places of memory are well-known and widely visited, while others hide surprising stories or monuments. Experienced author and educator Jan Kvirenc has prepared an encyclopedia this time that will guide readers through 272 historically significant locations that, in addition to their regional significance, were also part of the great history of the lands of the Czech Crown . Passwords, clearly marked according to historical periods, they are dedicated to important personalities, wars and politics, personalities of culture and religious life, but also to notable buildings, legends and mythology, technical monuments and everyday life. And as always, there are no shortage of source citations, historical context, or numerous photographs.

Which castle was visited twice by the French king?
Where did the girl to whom Goethe wrote love letters live?
Who was behind the first discoveries of caves in the Moravian Karst?
Where can you find the oldest standing church in the Czech Republic?
How was the first sugar cube created?
Which nobles competed, who would build " more gothic" roost?
In which castle garden can you climb the minaret?