Discover the charm of historic Kutná Hora - a UNESCO-listed town!

The book Kutná Hora takes you on a fascinating journey into the heart of this unique town full of history, culture and striking architecture. An ideal guide for anyone who wants to learn more about one of the Czech Republic's significant heritages.

This title from the UNESCO series by FOIBOS BOOKS offers an extensive view of Kutná Hora's more than eight-hundred-year history. The first part of the book presents an engaging continuous narrative that acquaints you with the key moments in the town’s development - from settlement by Cistercian monks, through the silver rush and periods of prosperity under the Přemyslids, Luxembourgs and Jagiellonians, to decline and rebirth in modern times.

The second part contains a carefully compiled catalogue of sights - St. Barbara's Church, the Assumption of the Virgin Mary Cathedral in Sedlec and other significant buildings that you can visit step by step with this guide in hand. The book is richly supplemented with beautiful photographs depicting the current appearance of the historic centre, along with an impressive map clearly marking the individual monuments.

This publication will not only deepen your historical knowledge but also make planning your visit to Kutná Hora easier and help you fully appreciate the richness of its cultural heritage.

Why choose this book?

• Detailed and clear guide - comprehensive information about the town’s history and sights in a single volume.
• High-quality photographs - magnificent images of the historic centre for better visualization and inspiration.
• Practical map - facilitates orientation and planning your walk through the town.
• Suitable for history lovers and tourists - the book is accessible and appealing to a wide range of readers.
• Official publication in the UNESCO series - a guaranteed reliable and authoritative source of information.

Product features summary

• Author: not specified
• Publisher: FOIBOS BOOKS
• Format: printed book
• Contains two parts - historical text and a catalogue of sights
• Includes extensive photographic material and a town map
• Decades of the town’s development presented on clear pages