Did Šárka, the legendary warrior woman, ever gaze upon these very stones? We stand before the ruins of Šárecké hradiště, a medieval fortress steeped in myth and mystery. Šárecké hradiště whispers tales of a time long past, a time of fierce independence and tragic love. The fortress, nestled within the dramatic landscape of Divoká Šárka, takes its name from the legend of Šárka. She led a band of women warriors against men, ultimately falling in love with one of her enemies, Ctirad. Torn between love and loyalty, Šárka’s story ends tragically within this wild and beautiful landscape. While the fortress stones may not reveal every secret, we know Šárecké hradiště served as a strategic stronghold during the medieval period. Imagine the echoes of life within these walls, the clatter of swords, the murmur of strategizing. Though time has weathered the stone, the spirit of Šárka and the whispers of Šárecké hradiště’s history remain. This place invites us to connect with the past, to imagine the lives lived and the stories etched into this dramatic landscape.
Dolní Břežany
Could this grand Renaissance castle have once been a humble medieval fortress? It’s true! This is Dolní Břežany, dominated by