Can you imagine yourself in a village steeped in history? A village with a name that sounds like a whisper from the past, Pletený Újezd. It lies nestled amidst the rolling hills of Central Bohemia, just a stone’s throw from Prague. You see a picturesque village square, surrounded by traditional houses, a testament to centuries of life. The village has seen it all, from the turbulent times of the Thirty Years’ War to the modern era, but its soul has remained steadfast.
This humble village holds a special place in history. It was first mentioned in written records way back in 1354. Centuries before, the land had been ruled by the powerful Vratislav Bezdružický of Kolovrat family. They left their mark on the village, most notably with a manor house, a grand structure that still dominates the landscape, a silent observer of the years gone by. Pletený Újezd was once known as “Plotný Újezd,” hinting at its history as a center for flax processing.
But there’s more to Pletený Újezd than history. The village is also a testament to the resilience of its people. The village was plundered and burned during the Thirty Years’ War. Yet, its residents persevered and rebuilt. The village grew, its population reaching its peak in the 1930s. Today, Pletený Újezd is a charming village with a population of around 700. Despite the passage of time, Pletený Újezd has retained its quaint charm, a place where time seems to move at a slower pace, where life unfolds under the watchful gaze of the centuries-old manor house.