Bor Castle

Bor, Czech Republic

Bor Castle was built in the mid-13th century. Švamberk family owned it until 1650. originally a medieval moated castle, it was altered in an extensive late Gothic reconstruction and later in the 18th century to the current appearance. It has been a popular tourist destination since opening to visitors in 2003. Tour begins on the ground floor, next to the ticket office, and includes the diamond-vaulted Švamberk Hall with a display of period costumes and weapons, St Lawrence Chapel, chateau picture gallery, rooms, as well as a climb up 117 steps to a lookout tower.

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Plzeňská, Bor, Czech Republic
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Founded: 13th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Czech Republic

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Světlana Sutorová (3 years ago)
I was not in the castle, but my son had a wedding in the castle chapel - magical.
Vlado.bg. Vladimirov (5 years ago)
Good thank
Anna Truplova (5 years ago)
You
Bahadir Kaymakci (6 years ago)
wonderfull place
Šárka Wiesnerová (6 years ago)
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