Kuks, Czech Republic
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than just a spa. This fabulous resort contained all of the usual spa amenities including baths, hospital, chateau and accommodations, as well as a theatre, racetrack and other entertainment venues. He held river pageants, hunts and had his own private orchestra. Kuks became one of the premier spa resorts in central Europe, even frequented by Johann Sebastian Bach.

Following the death of Sporck, Kuks fell on hard times. No one was interested in maintaining the spa. Two years after Sporck's death a huge flood on the Labe wiped out many of the buildings and the spring itself suffered irreparable damage.

What remains today are the restored hospital, the chapel designed by Giovanni Alliprandi, the Sporck mausoleum, the pharmacy, and a collection of allegorical statues by Matthias Braun. It is still impressive to see and worth a visit.