- The dominant feature of the city is Karlštejn Castle, one of the Czech Republic’s most important cultural monuments as well as the country’s most visited castle.
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- Some 18 miles (30 kilometers) southwest of Prague, Karlstejn Castle (Hrad Karlstejn) dominates the surrounding area from its hilltop perch.
- Constructed in 1348 under the orders of Emperor Charles IV, Karlštejn Castle was not merely a fortification but a symbol of Czech history.
- Karlštejn Castle is a large Gothic castle founded 1348 by Charles IV, Holy Roman Emperor-elect and King of Bohemia.
- Discovering Karlštejn Castle: A Travel Guide. Karlštejn Castle, nestled in the lush forests just a short journey from Prague, Czech Republic, stands as a monument...
- How to get to Karlštejn Castle. Karlštejn Castle can be found only about 30 kilometers or 20 miles south of Prague, through small villages and farmers’ fields.
- Karlštejn Castle holds an absolutely exceptional position among Czech castles. It was established by the Czech king and Roman emperor Charles IV as a place...
- Karlštejn Castle (also called the Hrad Karlštejn) is a stunning citadel located about 30 kms southwest of Prague.