Křivoklát Castle

Křivoklát was founded in the 12th century, belonging to the kings of Bohemia.

During the reign of Otakar II of Bohemia a large, monumental royal castle was built, later rebuilt by King Wenceslaus IV and later enlarged by King Vladislaus II.

During the 19th century, the Fürstenberg family became the owners of the castle and had it reconstructed after a fire in 1826.

Today the castle serves as a museum, tourist destination and place for theatrical exhibitions.

Collections of hunting weapons, Gothic paintings and books are stored there.