Benesov nad Ploucnici Attractions
The town of Benesov nad Ploucnici, southwest of Ceska Kamenice in the Bohemian Switzerland National Park (Ceske Svycarsko), is most notable for the town's two castles. Both are Gothic style castles with Renaissance features. The Upper Castle dates to the early 16th Century and was built by Bedrich Salhausen on the site of a former fort. The Upper Castle is used as an exhibition space for changing art displays in Benesov nad Ploucnici.
The Lower Castle was built shortly after the Upper Castle to accommodate Bedrich's sons. It houses a collection of pieces from 16th and 17th Century representing everyday life of the aristocracy, including armory, furniture, and household items. It is of interest only to visitors who have not had the opportunity to see this type of exhibit elsewhere.
The Lower Castle was built shortly after the Upper Castle to accommodate Bedrich's sons. It houses a collection of pieces from 16th and 17th Century representing everyday life of the aristocracy, including armory, furniture, and household items. It is of interest only to visitors who have not had the opportunity to see this type of exhibit elsewhere.
