Troja Palace
If you have fun with animals in the Prague Zoo and you have a taste for something more cultural and historical, visit the Troja Castle just near the zoo. On the right bank of the Vltava in the Troja district there is a baroque building with a chateau garden. In its area you will also find a stable or wine shop, in the garden a small maze, fruit and ornamental trees, vases, fountains and orangeries. You will definitely not be disappointed by a tour of Troja Castle.
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Interesting facts Troja Palace
Freely accessible palace
You can arrange the tour according to your needs - if you arrive during visiting hours, access to the castle is free. You can admire the fresco decoration, the exhibition of collections of Czech painting of the 19th century is intended for lovers of paintings. From the main hall of the chateau, you enter a staircase decorated with statues directly into the park. The park is well maintained and has a beautiful view not only of the castle, but also of the vineyards and the chapel of St. Klára. The castle was inspired by Roman suburban villas, the park is in French style. Troja Castle is an example of the popularity of the ancient heritage and the popularity of the Orient.
Troy Castle was inspired by Italy
Troja Castle was built in the 17th century by Václav Vojtěch of Šternberk. The designer was inspired by Italy, with Italian and Dutch artists participating in the decoration. It is actually a summer house, because the castle can not be heated, the attack is accessible only in summer. The three wings and the terraced garden are in the style of Roman villas. The vineyard on the other side of the road also belonged to the castle, but was separated.
About the name of the castle of Troy
Have you thought about where the name Troja Castle came from and, in fact, the whole surrounding district? Then take a good look at the whole castle and especially the castle staircase. The ancient motif that you see throughout the castle is the Trojan War, the staircase depicts the battle of the ancient gods with the Titans and their overthrow in Tartarus. It is actually a symbol of the defeat of the Reformation in the Czech lands.
Author: Helena Syslová