Ceske Budejovice - Black Tower

The Gothic-Renaissance Black Tower (Cerna Vez) in Ceske Budejovice is the town's landmark feature. Reaching a height of 70m / 232ft, the tower is visible from all over Ceske Budejovice. It was built in the 16th Century to serve as both a watch tower and a belfry for the neighboring St Nicholas church. The tower features two bells, one of which was added in the early 1700s, the other in the mid 1990s. They ring everyday at noon. Visitors can climb the Black Tower, although it requires some expenditure of energy, for wonderful views out over the town.