Kouřim
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Kouřim (IPA: [ˈkoʊ̯r̝ɪm]) is a small town in Central Bohemian Region, Czech Republic. It is located 45 km east of Prague and has a population of 1,769 (2005).
From 13th to 16th century Kourim used to be among most important towns in Bohemia, but later experienced a decline and long stagnation. As a result Kourim has retained its antique look for which is now sought by tourists and film-makers.
[edit] Sights
- remains of a Slavic fortified settlement from 9th-10th century on a hill east of town, today called Stará Kouřim (Old Kouřim)
- church of St Stephen from 13th century, a prominent example of early Gothic architecture
- town walls from 13th-16th century (1,250 m in circumference) with Gothic Prague Gate
- skansen (Museum of folk architecture)
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