World Heritage Identification Number: 621
World Heritage since: 1992
Category: Cultural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇨🇿 Czechia
Continent: Europe
UNESCO World Region: Europe and North America
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The Historic Centre of Telč: A Medieval Gem in the Czech Republic
The Historic Centre of Telč, nestled in the heart of the Vysočina Region in the Czech Republic, presents a captivating blend of history, architecture, and cultural heritage. This enchanting town, home to approximately 5,100 inhabitants, boasts a rich tapestry of stories that span centuries, earning it the prestigious designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
The houses in Telc, which stands on a hilltop, were originally built of wood. After a fire in the late 14th century, the town was rebuilt in stone, surrounded by walls and further strengthened by a network of artificial ponds. The town's Gothic castle was reconstructed in High Gothic style in the late 15th century.
Encyclopedia Record: Telč
Telč is a town in Jihlava District in the Vysočina Region of the Czech Republic. It has about 5,100 inhabitants. The town is well known for its historic centre, which is protected as an urban monument reservation and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Additional Site Details
Area: 36 hectares
(iv) — Outstanding example of a type of building or landscape
Coordinates: 49.1841388889 , 15.4539722222
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