Rihemberk Castle, Branik

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Rihemberk Castle is one of the most picturesque castles in the country, and a monument of national importance, which has preserved its medieval architecture. The castle guards stories from the past centuries, which reflected on the places and people in this part of Europe. Construction of the castle began back in the 13th century, on the site of a much older prehistoric fortified village (1600–700 BC). It was first mentioned in 1230 – in connection with its first owners, Lords of Rihemberk, who gave the name to the castle and the settlement below it. Beside for its outstanding cultural and historical significance, the castle stands out also for being an important shelter to many endangered species of bats. These mysterious small nocturnal animals are completely harmless to people. They have chosen the abandoned castle's basements and towers for their home. The whole castle area is included in the Natura 2000 network of protected areas.

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