Telc Travel Guide

 balhannah Says:  It wasn't hard to find the Chateau as it was located in one part of the Old Town Square.It was built in the 14th century by Baron's from Hradec. Just an "L" shape building at the start, it was later rebuilt in Renaissance style.I didn't go inside, but instead enjoyed the... 

 balhannah Says:  I found more than one religious fountain in Telc old town square. This fountain was orginally wood, but in 1611 was replaced by stone. In the centre stands St. Margaret, who happens to be the patron Saint of Telc. In a nice setting with more of those beautiful buildings... 

 balhannah Says:  My photo is of the Lower Gate.We parked our Car outside in the central parking area, and then followed the pathway over Stepnicky pond and through the Lower gate and into the Old Town Historic area.The 1579 Gate was part of the Town defence system and used to have a... 

 balhannah Says:  The Marian Column is also known as the Plague column as it was built in memory of victim's of the Plague. The Column was built in 1720 and was financed by a rich Burgher woman by the name of Zuzana Hodova.It was a lovely column and one that was interesting to look at. Many... 

 balhannah Says:  The City Hall, built in 1574, has Gothic Arche's and would have to be one of the larger building's in Telc. It actually occupies two original medieval plots. I thought it to be one of the plainer buildings with only dome on top adding some interest.It is also home to the... 

 balhannah Says:  What else is different in Telc old town square?All the Arcades along the front of the buildings, how nice was this! Cool and shady, and good protection from the sun and rain. These date back to the 15th century too!We had lunch at a Cafe in the old town square, and ate our... 

 balhannah Says:  For me, House no 61, was the nicest of all the House's in the Town Square.I don't know how old it is, but in 1532, it was bought by a Baker who later became the town MAYOR.He had the house rebuilt in 1555, and Sgraffito done showing the leaders of the Old Testament fights.... 

 balhannah Says:  If you come to Telc, then you MUST VISIT THE OLD TOWN SQUARE.Telc is classified as the best preserved of all the Bohemian and Moravian Renaissance towns.In 1992, the Old Town Centre of Telc was declared a UNESCO WORLD CULTURAL HERITAGE SITE.It is one of the most beautiful... 

 balhannah Says:  The old Town Square had many wonderful building's.House no 15 is one that stood out. Located on a corner, it had a bay window and was covered in Sgraffito Biblical scenes, including, The Crucifixion, Saul and David, Christopher, Faith and Justice. The painting's were only... 

 lotharlerch Says:  We wanted only to have a beer at the end of our visit of Telč and so we sat down at te terrace at the narrow end of the great square. We saw at their menu that they offer the usual traditional Czech dishes for normal prices despite of the fact that the the restaurant is... 

 balhannah Says:  Church of Wed St. Laurence, is the Parish Church that is located next to the Renaissance Tower. This Baroque church was built in the 18th century, and is the 3rd Church built in the same place! The original, was a Romanesque church. The Church has a single-aisle, with fresco... 

 balhannah Says:  We couldn't help but see this high Tower in Dacice. Built between the years 1586-1592, by another Italian Architect, [Francesco Garof de Bissone] it is 51 metres high and has 7 floors. The Architects Gravestone was found in the alcove of the Tower!The tower is decorated with... 

 balhannah Says:  Located just 13kms from Telc, is the Town of Dacice with its Blue Chateau.The chateau, first mentioned in 1591, is located in Havlicek Square. The Krajir family from Krajek, owned the Manor and it was from here, Krajir old family lace originated from.This is another Chateau... 

 balhannah Says:  We happened to be at Jemnice on the Sunday of the Barchan festival.It takes place in June after Saint Vitus Day, and is one of the oldest festivals in Bohemia and Moravia. The festival began in 1713, but it's not sure if today's is based on the real event that happened long... 

 balhannah Says:  Jemnice Castle is another one that was rebuilt in Renaissance style.I didn't get to go inside, as I was interested in the Festival that was being held here.If you do visit the inside, the interior is of Empire style, created in 1818. The final changes to the Castle were made...