Lobkovitsky Palace in Prague

 The Lobkovitsky Palace in Prague is the only privately owned building within the complex of Prague Castle. Its interior is home to the Lobkowicz Collections and Museum, as well as several private collections and museums. The entire experience of visiting this palace will leave you with a lifetime's worth of memories. Listed below are some of the main attractions you can find here. While you're in Prague, you shouldn't miss this place!

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This historical landmark has been home to numerous rulers and is now the home of the Czech President. The Baroque style building has four wings and is located in eastern Europe. The former residence of the Emperor Rudolf II flattened many of the rooms and walls during his reign. Thankfully, after the king was overthrown, the Lobkowicz family took refuge in the palace and restored the property to its original glory.

The museum features a collection of rare artefacts. Its gilded copper and rock crystal reliquary cross are a masterpiece of Gothic and Baroque architecture. The collection also includes paintings by Fabian Vaclav Harovnik, including Caesar's Triumph, the Gods' Feast, and Apollon under Parnas. During the Nazi and Communist occupations, many noble families fled the Czech Republic, leaving the palace empty and unfinished. In the early 19th century, the palatial structure was refurbished and turned over to the National Museum. It houses military and historical exhibitions.

The Lobkowicz Palace was originally owned by the family of Ferdinand Zdenko, the 10th Prince of Lobkowicz. This palace was confiscated by the state in the 20th century and allowed to deteriorate. After 12 years of trying to get the property back, the government of the Czech Republic allowed the Lobkowicz family to return it. Since then, the lobby has undergone extensive renovation. Today, it is a popular attraction with tourists.

Among its highlights are the paintings of the Christ child and Mary and the Christ-child by Lucas Cranach the Elder. The Croll Room contains landscapes by Robert Croll in the 1840s, which he completed for Ferdinand Joseph Lobkowicz. This painting is a prime example of the influence of Renaissance art in Prague. The palace has numerous historical treasures, including an ancient Greek temple and a Tuscan chapel.

The Lobkovicz Palace is located in the Prague Castle complex. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is a must-see for anyone who loves art and architecture. Its location next to the Institute of Noblewomen and the Rosenberg Palace is also an important place of culture and history. The museum's exhibits include the tombstone of St. Prokop, the patron saint of the Czech lands.

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