- Address: Jemniště 1, 257 01 Postupice, Czech Republic
In the central part of the Czech Republic , in the Benesov area, there is the castle of Jemniště (Zámek Jemniště). It has an uncomfortable location, so it is not very popular among tourists and researchers. Thanks to this fact, the structure was able to preserve its authenticity.
What is interesting about the palace?
The castle of Emnishte is built in the Rococo style, for the first time it was mentioned in the annals at the end of the XIV century. The building is surrounded by a picturesque park, which was designed by French designers. There are artificial ponds and luxurious fountains, openwork pavilions and elegant pavilions, pensive sculptures and figured trees, comfortable paths and a small zoo.
Currently, the castle Emnishte is residential. It is home to the descendants of the old noble family of the Czech Republic - Sternberg. Part of the building is reserved for the museum , in some halls, solemn events are held, for example, weddings, anniversaries, etc. In separate equipped rooms, tourists can stop.
History of the castle
The first owner of the palace is Pan-Tsimburg. After it, the owners of the fortress constantly changed and did not have time to monitor the condition of the structure. In 1717 he was acquired by Count Franz Adam. The ancient dilapidated building did not like the aristocrat, and he decided to build a new one.
The most famous master of the Czech Republic, Franz Maximilian Kanka, was engaged in architectural work. The construction of the castle Emnishte lasted 7 years, and a year later a chapel of St. Joseph was added to it. In 1754, the building was almost completely burnt, only the temple survived. The Count decided to restore the palace anew.
Description of sight
The castle is an elegant 2-storey building, decorated with sculptures by Lazar Widmann. On both sides of it there are service buildings (stables and barns) that connect with the main building at a right angle. Thus, they form the "honorable court".
Currently, the castle Emnishte is considered a vivid example of a summer country house of the XVIII century. Here you can see how the aristocrats of that time lived. The greatest value in the palace is represented by such objects as:
- a knightly hall decorated in the Gothic style;
- Chapel of St. Joseph - its walls are decorated with the works of famous artists: Brown, Shefler and Rainer;
- dance and salon hall, in which is located antique furniture, dating back to the XVII-XIX centuries.
Accommodation in the castle Emnishte in the Czech Republic
If you want to feel like real nobles, then stop in this palace. The cost of living is $ 120 per day. The apartments are provided with two-room apartments.
Rooms are equipped with a fireplace, bathroom, tea and coffee accessories, and a minibar with a variety of wines. The premises are furnished with antique furniture, on the background of which a huge bed with a canopy stands out.
The cost of accommodation includes meals in the restaurant and an individual tour of the territory of the castle Emnishte with a personal guide. They even give out the keys to the gate so that they do not depend on anyone.
Features of visit
During the tour around the palace, tourists will see 9 rooms. Photographing the interior is strictly prohibited. Visit the castle only in the summer, in the winter it is possible only by prior arrangement.
If you come here for the whole day, then for an additional fee you will be offered to rent a basket with food and rug. You can get a picnic in the castle garden.
How to get there?
From Prague to the palace, you can get on the highway number 3 and D1 / E65. The distance is about 55 km. On the route there are toll roads.