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Pravda Castle

Entrance with footbridge over the moat
Inside

Pravda Castle is a castle ruin on a hill in Pnětluky in the Ústí nad Labem Region of the Czech Republic.

Etymology

The name literally means "truth".[1]

History

The current castle was built around 1500 by Jan Mašťovský, though it may have been built on a much older foundation. The first written mention of Pravda is from 1518.[2] At the time of construction it was a very modern and strong fortress. During the 16th century the importance of the castle diminished, resulting in its abandonment.[citation needed]

In modern times it has become a target for tourists and a place of meetings and festivals, during the 20th century, the castle's structure deteriorated significantly and attempts are being made to stabilize it.

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References

50°14′28″N 13°42′41″E / 50.24111°N 13.71139°E / 50.24111; 13.71139