CZECH REPUBLIC ~ Holašovice Historical Village - UNESCO ~

... Beautiful panoramic view of the most charming village in the whole of the Czech Republic....  a quaint place seemingly untouched by the modern European world around it... an exceptionally well-preserved example of a traditional Central European village... the picturesque colorful facades of farm houses around the large oval pond garden is a lovely sight to see for its unbelievable harmonious design...  although everything is very well kept, it does not look like a museum, it seems to be a lively little village... with great matching UNESCO stamp👍... Thanks a lot Jiří! ❀◕ ‿ ◕❀  (And Thanks for visiting my blog and your nice commentsツ)

Holasovice is a small village in Southern Bohemian. It has a large number of outstanding 18th and 19thC vernacular buildings in a style known as 'South Bohemian Folk Baroque', and preserves a ground plan dating from the Middle Ages.

A system of habitable homes and granaries are connected via outside walls with gates and exits into the village square. The complex consists of 23 protected estates with 120 buildings all located around a rectangular square.

From the 16th century on, settlers from Bavaria and Austria arrived. They brought with them the tradition of masonry building for domestic structures. The village was deserted after the Second World War, allowing its medieval plan and vernacular buildings in the South Bohemian Folk or Rural Baroque style to remain intact. It was restored and repopulated from 1990.

In 1998 the almost entirely preserved medieval system of houses and grain stores was inscribed in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List as "Holašovice Historical Village Reservation".

Stamps:

Holašovice Historical Village
(Issued 09-10-2001)


The 100th Anniversary of the Coronation of Our Lady of Hostýn
(Issued 20-06-2012)

CZECH REPUBLIC ~ The National Stud Farm in Kladruby nad Labem ~

... Amazing horse picture from one of the oldest horse breeds "the Old Kladruber" in the world... and also one of the oldest studs... I took part in a project of 9-10 years old kids who have been studying English just 7 months at school... they are learning how to describe animals... this one came from Radim♥  and I must say he did it very well... great handwriting and so lovely decorated... Big Thanks Radim!!¯\_(ツ)_/¯¯\_(ツ)_/¯

It covers an area of over 3,000 acres north of the river Elbe about 80 km east of Prague. The tradition of horse breeding in Kladruby nad Labem stretches back to at least the mid 14th century. For over 300 years (1579–1918) it was an imperial court stud providing horses for the royal and imperial court in Prague and Vienna.

Nowadays the National Stud keeps around 500 horses. 250 grey Old Kladrubers are bred in the historic site of Kladruby nad Labem and 250 black Old Kladrubers are bred in Slatiňany, a former stud of the princely family of Auersperg, located about 40 kilometres (25 miles) east of Kladruby nad Labem.

Kladrubers have always been bred to be a galakarossier - a heavy type of carriage horse for the court of the House of Habsburg.

Stamp:

The Crown Jewels
(Issued 20-01-2017)

CZECH REPUBLIC ~ Kutná Hora - UNESCO ~

...Nice views of one of the three main historical cities to visit in the Czech Republic - Prague, Cesky Krumlov and Kutná Hora... an interesting charming old medieval town not so far from Prague.... Thanks a lot Andrene for one more great UNESCO site!!  (✿◠‿◠)

Kutná Hora was the richest and the most significant town of Medieval Bohemia. Rich silver deposits were discovered in its vicinity in the 13th century and they helped win fame and glory for the Kingdom of Bohemia.

The well-known Prague groschen - the currency of Europe - was minted here too.

At both ends of the town there are some beautiful buildings, and the higher points of the town are home to restored older architecture, with Medieval, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque buildings.

Since 1995 the city center has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site.


"St. Barbara's Church - Italian Court - Czech Museum of Silver - The Gothic Stone Haus"

Stamp:

Folk Architecture
(Issued 27-05-2011)

CZECH REPUBLIC ~ Prague - Unesco ~

...Wonderful view of one of the most beautiful and romantic places in Central Europe... the city of hundred spires... with  medieval streets surrounded by beautiful architecture from centuries...and what makes a postcards even more special... ◔͜͡◔ a matching great stamp ◔͜͡◔ ...Thanks so much Dustin for thinking of me on your trip! ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

© Julius Pufler Prague is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic. The historic buildings and narrow, winding streets are testament to its centuries-old role as capital of the historic region of Bohemia. The city lies on the banks of the  meandering Vltava River that reflects the city's golden spires and 9th century castle that dominates the skyline.

Prague has one of the worldest most pristine and varied collections of architecture, from Art Nouveau to Neo-Classical and Ultra-Modern. The most important places to visit in Prague are: Old Town Square, Cafe Slavia, Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, Petrin Hill, Mala Strana...

The Historic Centre of Prague was inscribed in the UNESCO List in 1992.

Stamp:

UNESCO World Heritage - Prague
(Issued 07-09-2016)

Czech Republic ~Prague - Old Town Astronomical Clock ~

...An amazing piece of working history and great symbol of the city...sent by nephew Ben when he was in Tabor to support the Belgian riders at the WK Cyclo-cross 2015... Bedankt Ben!!

The Prague astronomical clock, is a medieval clock located in  the capital of the Czech Republic. The clock was first installed in 1410, making it the third-oldest astronomical clock in the world and the oldest one still working.

The clock was  made of 3 main sections:
1. The astronomical dial represents the position of the sun and moon, displaying astrological details.
2. The “Walk of the Apostles” shows figures of the apostles and a figure of death striking time.
3. the Calendar Dial, added in 1490, is made with 12 medallions – the signs of the zodiac, added by Josef Manes in 1865 – to represent the months.

The moving statues and apostles were added in the 17th century after major repair in 1865 – 1866.







© Dimart

Stamp:
The Beauty of Flowers - Tulip
(Issued 15-09-2010)

CZECH REPUBLIC ~The Palava Biosphere Reserve-UNESCO~

Lots of beautiful nature views...(CZ-272167)Thanks Alena!!

With sweet Easter stamp:Holy Days Celebrations
 Easter (Issued 23-03-2011)













The protected landscape area of Pálava is one of the smallest and also one of the most significant in the Czech Republic. Pálava is situated in the southernmost part of Moravia between the River Dyje and the Czech-Austrian border. Folk etymology translates the name Pálava as "earth burnt by the sun" after the dry and warm climate throughout the region. The natural and cultural uniqueness of this entire area was acknowledged by a proposal for integration into the UNESCO work network of biosphere reservations.

CZECH REPUBLIC ~Karlovy Vary~

Lovely card with may great views of the world famous spa town of Karlov Vary (CZ-187383)...Thanks a lot Eva!!

With beautiful 2010 Gismonda-Alfons Mucha stamp.

The world famous spa town of Karlovy Vary, was founded in 1350 by the Czech King and Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV. It is historically famous for its hot springs (13 main springs, about 300 smaller springs).
Karlovy Vary lies in a green valley of the river Teplá (meaning "Warm") and its setting alone gives it an atmosphere of beauty and peace. The town has been recapturing its former glory with its Baroque and Art Nouveau buildings being restored.
The town's visitors over the years have included Casanova, Ludwig van Beethoven, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Kafka, Alphonse Mucha and many representatives of the world film industry who come to Karlovy Vary.

CZECH REPUBLIC ~The dancing house-Prague~

Great view of the most famous modern building in Prague (CZ-143079)...The building is also called Ginger & Fred, referring to Ginger Rogers and Fred Astair – the legendary dance duo...maybe with a lot of imagination and a few glasses of wine!:D For me it looks a bit weird and funny... Thanks Barbora!!

Lovely stamps too!

Located on the corner of Rasinovo Nabrezi and Resslova street, alongside the Vltava River.
The building is an example of a deconstructivist architecture, with an unusual shape – you can actually see a couple – woman and man dancing together, holding their hands, with a skirt that sways to the music.
The building was built from 1992 to 1996.

CZECH REPUBLIC ~Krkonoše National Park~

And a wonderful card with lots of different great views...
Love the stamp too!

The Giant Mountains (Krkonose Mountains) are the most well known mountains in the Czech republic – mountain Snezka is the highest peak of the country. The Giant Mountains are the most visited region in Czech in the winter season.

CZECH REPUBLIC ~Beskydy~

Got a nice official (CZ-118145) with a lot of beautiful nature views...
And with really cute stamps...

Beskydy is a landscape of mountainridges,deep valleys,gurgling streams andsmall rivers,wide forests,flowering slopes and typical cottages of Morovian shpeherds.
The Beskydy protected landscape area is the largest protected landscape area in the Czech Republic.

Czech Republic ~Cervená Lhota Castle~

Received a wonderful winterview castle today.... The white of the snow against the red of the castle is so nice!


Červená Lhota Castle is a monument that gracefully maintains the balance between a representative aristocratic residence and a simple Renaissance fortress.
The impressive effect of the natural surroundings of the Deštná Creek with its castle lake, the age-old magic of a local residence strengthened by the appreciation of the „knightly“ Renaissance, is perhaps the main reason of the perpetual attraction of this place.

CZECH REPUBLIC ~Slaný~

The Royal town Slaný is a town in the Central Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic, located about 25 km northwest of Prague.

CZECH REPUBLIC ~Horni Bludovice~

Horní Bludovice is a village in Karviná District, Czech Republic. Lučina River flows through the village. It lies in the historical region of Cieszyn Silesia.

CZECH REPUBLIC ~Orlic castle~

Orlic castle is one of the most beautiful Czech castles built by the Vlavce river. The castle originally from the 13th C was reconstructed in neo-Gothic style in the last century.

CZECH REPUBLIC ~Sumava-Kremelná

It is a stream that flows through a charming countryside, through the meadows and pastures, around the majestic mountain of the same name. It springs in the altitude of 1.090 m.
There are legends about the ghostly lights that appear by the stream. It is better to avoid disturbing them.


The Šumava mountains (Bohemian Forest) is a large mountain range along the southern Czech border
It is the spring area of the biggest Czech river Vltava and of the important South Bohemian river Otava (the tributary of the Vltava river).

The Šumava mountains is about 120 km long and they lie on both sides of the border.

CZECH REPUBLIC ~Litomysl-UNESCO~

CZECH REPUBLIC ~Litomysl-UNESCO~
Originally uploaded by gerda_dager

Litomyšl Castle was originally a Renaissance arcade-castle of the type first developed in Italy and then adopted and greatly developed in central Europe in the 16th century. Its design and decoration are particularly fine, including the later High-Baroque features added in the 18th century. It preserves intact the range of ancillary buildings associated with an aristocratic residence of this type.
The Litomysl town is also known as the birthplace of the famous composer Bedrich
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CZECH REPUBLIC ~Prague-Unesco~

Bought by my nephew Ben from his city trip to Prague, new cards for my UNESCO collection!
..... No one of my family or friends can go on holiday without me begging for some tourists cards of the place.... I think this must be a sign of total addiction.... :):):)

CZECH REPUBLIC ~Prague-Unesco~
Originally uploaded by gerda_dager

Built between the 11th and 18th centuries, the Old Town, the Lesser Town and the New Town speak of the great architectural and cultural influence enjoyed by this city since the Middle Ages. The many magnificent monuments, such as Hradcani Castle, St Vitus Cathedral, Charles Bridge and numerous churches and palaces, built mostly in the 14th century under the Holy Roman Emperor, Charles IV.

CZECH ~REPUBLIC ~Prague-Unesco~

CZECH ~REPUBLIC ~Prague-Unesco~
Originally uploaded by gerda_dager

Wenceslas Square is one of the main city squares and the centre of the business and cultural communities in the New Town of Prague, Czech Republic. Many historical events occurred there, and it is a traditional setting for demonstrations, celebrations, and other public gatherings. The square is named after Saint Wenceslas, the patron saint of Bohemia.

CZECH REPUBLIC ~Prague-Unesco~

CZECH REPUBLIC ~Prague-Unesco~
Originally uploaded by gerda_dager

Situated on the River Vltava in central Bohemia, Prague has been the political, cultural, and economic centre of the Czech state for more than 1100 years.

CZECH REPUBLIC ~Prague-Unesco~

CZECH REPUBLIC ~Prague-Unesco~
Originally uploaded by gerda_dager

Prague is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic