The most epic castle in CZE - Karlštejn
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While opinions differ a bit, Karlštejn Castle is generally considered one of the 2-3 most famous castles in the Czech Republic, a country known in part for its famous castles. Karlštejn is located about a half-hour drive southwest of Prague, in the province of Central Bohemia. The original structure dates to the 14th century, and the castle served (among other purposes) as the place for safekeeping the Imperial Regalia of the Holy Roman Emperor as well as the crown jewels of the Kings of Bohemia.
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Large Gothic castle founded 1348 CE by Charles IV, Holy Roman Emperor-elect and King of Bohemia. The castle served as a place for safekeeping the Imperial Regalia as well as the Bohemian/Czech crown jewels, holy relics, and other royal treasures. Located about 30 kilometres (19 mi) southwest of Prague above the village of the same name, it is one of the most famous and most frequently visited castles in the Czech Republic.