Czech Republic

This is the Archbishop's Palace of Kromeriz, World Heritage in the Czech Republic

Hall of Hands in the Archbishop's Palace of Kromeriz
Hall of Hands in the Archbishop's Palace of Kromeriz

I think it is a very well-known place Czech Republic, at least for Spanish tourists, but it is a monument considered Heritage awarded by the Unesco.

I mean the Archbishop's Palace of Kromeriz, which you find in the small town of the same name located in the southeast of the Czech Republic.

Until you get to visit the interior of the palace you will not be aware that it is possible that you have seen it before in one of the scenes of the film Amadeus, Milos Forman.

Tras visit Kromeriz palace in my last trip to Czech Republic, I can tell you that I am not surprised by this consideration on the part of the Unesco,

I can tell you that it is one of the most majestic and beautifully decorated palaces that I remember visiting in Europe.

After the major renovation carried out in the mid-1752th century after the fire it suffered in XNUMX, what was initially a Gothic style castle became a majestic baroque style palace, residence of the bishops and archbishops of Olomouc.

Its current decoration dates back to the 19th century, carried out after the visit of the Russian tsar, and the result is one of the best examples of an aristocratic and princely residence in Europe.

Hall of Hands in the Archbishop's Palace of Kromeriz
Hall of Hands in the Archbishop's Palace of Kromeriz

This is how she explains it herself Unesco in the declaration of this archiepiscopal palace as Heritage.

Those close to you also benefit from this consideration. Kromeriz gardens, which are a sample of european baroque garden, and through which you can also walk during your visit to Kromeritz.

Photos of Kromeriz Palace

As an appetizer for you to consider including this palace and its gardens in your route through Czech Republic, here you have a gallery of photos of the Kromeriz archiepiscopal palace.

About the Author

José Luis Sarralde

Journalist and traveler throughout his life, José Luis Sarralde is the founder of Guías Viajar, where since 2008 he has been capturing his travel experiences around the world, specializing in cultural and scenic destinations in Spain and Europe.

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