Kutná Hora (Kuttenberg)

[Praskipark, 07/23/2009] The history of many Bohemian towns can be traced back through the buildings. Medieval prosperity left its mark just as much as the devastation of the religious wars and the years of the Counter-reformation. Kutna Hora which is situated 41 miles from Prague, flourished economically and culturally during the 13th and 14th centuries. At the time it was the second biggest town in Bohemia. The richly endowed silver mines nearby produced the metal from which the 'Prague penny', coins recognised throughout Europe, were minted. Its two churches are Gothic and if you appreciate Gothic architecture then [more]