Envision a quaint village nestled in the Central Bohemian Region. That is Pavlov u Unhošťě. It has a history stretching back centuries.
Pavlov u Unhošťě is more than just a name. It is a place with stories etched into its landscape. The first written record of Pavlov u Unhošťě dates back to 1519. At that time, it was a farm owned by the Saint Vitus Chapter in Hostouň.
Fast forward to 1726. Ferdinand Kustod of Zubří and Lipka connected several houses and a brewery to the farm. He created the Nový Dvůr manor. This marked a significant step in the development of Pavlov u Unhošťě.
The manor changed hands several times. Then, in 1799, Leopold Paul bought it. Paul built a manor house and a settlement. He named it Pavlov after himself.
The village officially became Pavlov. It is derived from Paulow in German. This name reflects the influence of its owner.
The D6 motorway passes through the northern part of Pavlov u Unhošťě. It connects Prague to Karlovy Vary. This makes Pavlov u Unhošťě easily accessible by car.
There is also a railway line from Prague to Kladno. Pavlov u Unhošťě has its own station. This offers a convenient way to reach the village.
Pavlov u Unhošťě is relatively small. Its area covers just 1.56 square kilometers.
In January 2024, the population was around 216. This gives Pavlov u Unhošťě a close-knit community feel.
The village stands at an elevation of 387 meters. It lies in a flat agricultural landscape. This is part of the Prague Plateau.
Pavlov u Unhošťě has one protected cultural monument. This is a small castle built in the early 19th century. The castle reflects the history of Pavlov u Unhošťě. It showcases its architectural heritage.
In 1801, Leopold Paul established the village. It was named after him. The village was often called Nové Dvory by locals.
A dispute arose with the town of Unhošť. It claimed ownership of land in Pavlov u Unhošťě. The matter was resolved in 1828. It divided the land between the town and the estate.
Pavlov u Unhošťě became part of Unhošť in 1850. It had its own local representation. The district leadership in Smíchov decided that the mayor of Unhošť should appoint the local head in Pavlov u Unhošťě.
The Prague-Kladno railway was established in 1863. A train station was built near Pavlov u Unhošťě.
Pavlov u Unhošťě became an independent municipality in 1901. The Daneš heirs sold the Neuhof estate in 1918.
During the German occupation, the village was named Paulhof. The brewery in Pavlov u Unhošťě closed in 1942.
In 1951, the Vinař family was forcibly relocated. In 1963, many old lindens were cut down. This was to build a footpath to Hostouň.
The castle became the property of the local National Committee in 1967. It served as a municipal office and library.
Pavlov u Unhošťě nearly merged with Unhošť in 1990. However, this decision was overturned.
In 1990, a memorial for Jiří Viktor Daneš was set up in the castle. This was later closed.
Pavlov u Unhošťě celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2001. The municipality received a coat of arms and banner.
Today, Pavlov u Unhošťě stands as a testament to its rich past. Its cultural monument is a small castle from the early 19th century. It is a reminder of the village’s evolution through time.