Because while the tourists stayed away, long-standing renovation projects could finally be completed. In addition, numerous impressive exhibitions and other attractions have been set up for visitors.

Especially these five Highlights you should not miss on your next trip to the Czech Republic.

Pernstein Residence in Pardubice Castle

The in the city of the same name standing Pardubice Castle is currently being renovated, but will still allow visitors to view exhibitions on archaeology, the history of the city of Pardubice and glass. These novelties will be joined by others in the course of 2021, culminating with the completion of the extensive redevelopment works. The installation of the exhibition entitled "Pernstein Residence - the oldest Renaissance building in the Czech Republic" will take place from April 2021. Part of the exhibition will also be "talking paintings" of the members of the Pernstein noble family, which will come to life in the presence of visitors.

The Green Mountain shines in new splendour

Already since 2018, the famous Pilgrimage Church of St. John of Nepomuk on the Green Mountain, on the way from Prague to Brno, was renovated. This national cultural monument is included in the UNESCO list of cultural heritage. The focus of the restoration work is on the renovation of the exterior, such as the façade and windows, as well as the interior. Part of the project is also the revitalization of the pilgrimage meadow next to the church, which can then be used again for its original purpose. The work should be completed in the course of this year.

The garden of the authorities opens at Pernštejn Castle

The Pernštejn Castle in Moravia is one of the best-preserved and best-known sights in the country. However, hardly anyone knows about the impressive gardens that stretch below the castle walls, were extensively revitalized in 2020 and will finally welcome visitors in the 2021 visitor season. The ornamental garden got its appearance at the beginning of the 19th century, when it was one of the 15 most important gardens in Moravia and Silesia. The new tour of the garden can be taken with a guide or alone and, in addition to a rest area, offers walks of various lengths, including an area for visitors with limited mobility. In the former kitchen garden there is an exhibition on the renewed work of garden art with a focus on sensory perception - a haptic model also provides a special experience. A new café with a beautiful view is also being built on the terrace.

Adersbacher Felsen only by appointment

As of April, no more spontaneous trips to the Rock town in Adršpach possible, but this should have a positive effect on the visitor experience. The small town located nearby hopes this will eliminate crowding and congestion on the roads leading to the site. Reservations are planned online at the Rock City website and are currently in the development phase. This will allow you to purchase not only tickets to the Rock City in the future, but also a parking space for the desired time slot. The Rock Town has been open to tourists since the 18th century. At that time, a forest fire lasting several days destroyed the rampant vegetation and allowed the beauty of the sandstone rock formations to really come to the fore. It was also at that time that the first hiking trails were laid out and one rock after another was climbed by rock climbers. The majority of rock names, such as Lovers, Mayor and Mayoress, Sugar Loaf, Rübezahl's Sleeping Chair, Jug or Elephant Square, also date from the 18th century.

St. Bartholomew's Cathedral in Pilsen opens its doors

The St Bartholomew's Cathedral with the highest church tower in the country is one of the most attractive dominants of the West Bohemian metropolis. This year in June, the Gothic architectural jewel will reopen its doors after the demanding revitalization and offer new exhibition spaces in the entrance area of the tower, which is located in the attic above the cathedral. Visitors can look forward to new lighting, heated benches, sanitary facilities and the newly accessible roof extension after the opening. The new exhibition about the history of the cathedral and the church bells is also planned there.

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