Vysočina_ Dlesková, Štůsková

Created by Karolína Štůsková

2. Historical sites of Třebíč:

2. Jewish Quarter:

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One of the best-preserved Jewish quarters in Europe, with narrow streets and two synagogues (UNESCO).

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Points of interest ( Products and Crafts ):

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• Engineering: ŽĎAS plant (foundry production).
• Traditional crafts: Wirework, artistic blacksmithing, bobbin lace-making, blueprinting.
• Stonework: Processing of local stone.

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3. Historical sites of Třebíč:

3.The Rear Synagogue and the Seligmann Bauer House: 

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It offers guided tours of Jewish life.

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Points of interest ( Festivals and Cultural Events ):

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• Carrot Cake Fair (Polná): A traditional September fair dedicated to a local specialty—carrot cakes.
• Zahrada (Náměšť nad Oslavou): A well-known music festival (folk, tramp music).
• Rose Wine Festival (Třebíč): The “Růžovka” event.
• Food Day Festival Pelhřimov: Street food and local cuisine.

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Points of interest ( Sports and Competitions ):

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• Vysočina Arena (Nové Město na Moravě): A world-class center for biathlon and mountain biking (MTB), hosting regular World Cup races.
• Cross-country skiing: The region is crisscrossed by a dense network of well-maintained trails (Žďárské vrchy).
• Downhill skiing: Slopes, for example, on Harusův kopec near Nové Město.

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Points of interest ( Top Attractions ):

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• The Pelhřimov Museum of Records and Curiosities: Documenting Unique Achievements.
• Dalešice Dam: Famous for its appearance in the film *Postřižiny*, with boat tours available.
• Železné hory Geopark: An open-air "geology textbook."
• The Jakub Tasice Glassworks Open-Air Museum: One of the oldest surviving glassworks in Central Europe.
• Ruins and Castles: Lipnice nad Sázavou (Hašek’s), Kámen Castle, or Jaroměřice nad Rokytnou Chateau

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1. Historical sites of Třebíč:

1. Bazilika sv. Prokopa:

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A unique Romanesque-Gothic structure  from the early 13th century, aUNESCOWorld Heritage Site

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4. Historical sites of Havlíčkův Brod:

4.Havlíček House:

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A townhouse with a bay window and a turret, where K. H. Borovský once lived. Today it serves as the headquarters of the Vysočina Museum.

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Points of interest ( Traditional Food and Cuisine ):

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• Potatoes: A staple of local cuisine. Typical dishes include potato pancakes with cracklings and potato dumplings.
• Mrkvance: Yeast buns filled with a seasoned carrot filling from Polná.
• Horácká mushroom soup: A traditional soup made from local porcini mushrooms and potatoes.
• Liver and onion pâté (Němcovy Family Farm): An award-winning regional product.
• Cibuláda: A product from Chotěboř.
• Beer: Třebíč Monastery Brewery or beer from the Želiv Monastery.

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11. Historical landmarks and tourist attractions (Others):

11. Lipnice nad Sázavou Castle

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Description: The monumental ruins of a royal castle founded in the early 14th century. The castle is known for its connection to the writer Jaroslav Hašek and offers magnificent views of the surrounding Vysočina landscape from Samson Tower.

Location: Lipnice nad Sázavou.

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Other cities g Historical landmarks and tourist attractions:

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Třebíč – A UNESCO City on the Jihlava River:

Třebíč is an important center in southwestern Moravia, combining the history of a Benedictine monastery with Jewish culture.

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Havlíčkův Brod – A historic town on the Sázava River:

A town with a rich history, named after the famous journalist and rebel Karel Havlíček Borovský. It lies in the Sázava River valley.

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10. Historical landmarks and tourist attractions (Others):

10. Pernštejn Castle

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Description: One of the best-preserved and most beautiful Gothic-Renaissance castles in the Czech Republic, frequently used as a filming location. Pernštejn has never been conquered; it stands on a rocky promontory and offers several guided tours.

Location: Nedvědice (near the regional border).

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Points of interest ( Natural characteristics):

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Žďárské vrchy: A popular area for hiking and cycling, featuring Sykovec Pond (the highest-elevation pond in the Žďárské vrchy Protected Landscape Area).

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The Blanik Knights' Cave: An artificially created sandstone cave in Rudka near Kunštát.

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Points of interest:

The Vysočina Region is known for its unspoiled nature, high elevation (the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands), dense forests, and the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Czech Republic. It is a region of potatoes, traditional crafts, and active tourism.

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5. Historical sites of Havlíčkův Brod:

6.Church of the Holy Family:

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A former monastery church of the Discalced Augustinians.

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Historical landmarks and tourist attractions (Others):

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6. Historical sites of Havlíčkův Brod:

5.Old Town Hall:

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A Renaissance building on the square, known for the curious skeleton of the town crier on its gable.

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9. Historical landmarks and tourist attractions (Others):

9. St. Prokop's Basilica and the Jewish Quarter in Třebíč (UNESCO)

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Description: A unique complex comprising a Romanesque-Gothic basilica and the adjacent Jewish quarter with its cemetery. This UNESCO World Heritage Site illustrates the long-standing coexistence of Christian and Jewish cultures.

Location: Třebíč.

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Vysočina

Basic information: 

• Location region: In the northwest it is adjacent to Středočeský regligion.

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• Population: 517,647 (2025)

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• Neighboring regions: Jihočeským, Středočeským, Pardubickým a Jihomoravským.

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•  Location region:

Sources (It isn't important for students):

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1. Wikipedie
2. dataplan.info
3. .kr-vysocina.cz
4. Národní památkový ústav
5.  České dědictví UNESCO
6. Vysocina.EU

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7. Historical landmarks and tourist attractions (Others):

7.Telč (historic center and castle)

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Description: Often referred to as the “Venice of Moravia,” this town is a jewel of Renaissance architecture. Its historic center, surrounded by ponds, and its castle are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The town’s centerpiece is the square with its arcades and richly decorated gables. 

Location: Jihlava District.

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Famous People:

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Deceased People (Natives and Creators Associated with the Region):

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• Karel Havlíček Borovský (1821–1856): A prominent poet, journalist, and politician, and the founder of Czech journalism. He was born in Havlíčkova Borová.

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• Gustav Mahler (1860–1911): World-renowned composer and conductor, born in Kaliště near Humpolec and spent his youth in Jihlava.

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• Jan Zrzavý (1890–1977): A painter of magical realism, closely associated with the village of Okrouhlice.

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• Jaroslav Hašek (1883–1923): Author of *The Good Soldier Švejk*, who spent part of his life and worked in Lipnice nad Sázavou.

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• Jan Blažej Santini-Aichel (1677–1723): A brilliant Baroque architect, designer of the pilgrimage church of St. John of Nepomuk on Zelená hora (UNESCO) and other buildings in Žďár nad Sázavou.

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Living People, the Present Day:

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• Martina Sáblíková (1987): Speed skater and Olympic champion; although she is not a native of the Vysočina Region, she has trained there for many years and has close ties to the region (recipient of the region’s Stone Medal).

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• Radek Jaroš (1964): Mountaineer, the first Czech to climb all fourteen eight-thousanders (the Crown of the Himalayas), a native of Nové Město na Moravě.

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• Miroslav Donutil (1951): Well-known actor and narrator, a native of Třebíč.

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• Oldřich Lipský (1924–1986): Film director and screenwriter, born in Pelhřimov (often associated with the region’s cultural history).

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• Josef Zimovčák (1957): Athlete and promoter of penny-farthing cycling, known for his charity rides.

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8. Historical landmarks and tourist attractions (Others):

8.The Pilgrimage Church of St. John of Nepomuk on Zelená hora (UNESCO)

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Description: A unique Baroque church shaped like a five-pointed star, designed by Jan Blažej Santini-Aichl. It is located on a hill near Žďár nad Sázavou and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Location: Zelená Hora

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Regional capital:

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• Regional capital: Jihlava (approx. 50,000 inhabitants)

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• Area: 6,796 km².

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• Location: Central Czech Republic, bordering the South Bohemian, Central Bohemian, Pardubice, and South Moravian regions.

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• Characteristics: The region is located in the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands and is known for its clean environment and agriculture.

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Physical Geography:

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 Mountain ranges and mountains:

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• The Jihlava Hills: This is where the highest peak of the Vysočina region and the entire Bohemian-Moravian Highlands is located—Javořice (837 m above sea level).

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• Žďárské vrchy: The northeastern, highest part (plateau), characterized by rock formations and forested ridges. Highest peaks: Devět skal (836 m a.s.l.), Vestec (816 m a.s.l.), Lisovská skála (802 m a.s.l.).

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• Křemešnická Highlands: The western part of the region.

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• Křižanov Highlands: The eastern part of the region.

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Rivers and waterways:

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• Rivers (North Sea basin): Sázava (originating near the village of Cikháj), Doubrava, Želivka.

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• Rivers (Black Sea basin): Svratka (originating below Žákova hora), Jihlava, Oslava, Rokytná, Moravská Dyje.

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Major water reservoirs (dams):

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• Dalešice (on the Jihlava River): The tallest dam in the Czech Republic (100 m), serving as a pumped-storage power plant and a source of power for the Dukovany Nuclear Power Plant.

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• Vír (on the Svratka River): An important water reservoir for Brno.

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Protected Landscape Areas and Protected Areas:

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• Žďárské vrchy Protected Landscape Area: It is located in the northeast. It includes the highest elevations, featuring beech and fir-beech forests, peat bogs, and rock formations (Devět skal, Dráteníčky)

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• Železné hory Protected Landscape Area: It covers the northwestern part of the region (around Chotěboř). It is characterized by its geological diversity (a fault-block ridge), and is home to the Doubrava Valley, among other features.

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Other protected areas:

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• National geoparks: The Vysočina region is home to several, such as the Vysočina Geopark

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• Small-scale protected areas: There are over 170 small-scale protected areas designated within the region (e.g., Žákova hora National Nature Reserve, Stvořidla Nature Reserve, Mohelenská Serpentine Steppe).

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• Nature parks: The Vysočina Region has 9 of them (e.g., the Svratecká Hornatina Nature Park)

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Map:

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Demographic composition:

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Demographics and Labor Market:

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• Population: The region has approximately 518,000 inhabitants, making it the third least populous region in the Czech Republic.

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• Employment: At the end of 2025, the unemployment rate stood at 4.09%, which is below the national average.

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• Structure: A significant portion of the population works in industrial manufacturing (engineering, automotive) and agriculture. The region has a high proportion of entrepreneurs (15.5% in 2025), most of whom operate without employees.

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• Demographics: Municipalities with fewer than 500 residents constitute the largest group.

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Employment by sector and industry:

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• Secondary Sector (Industry): The dominant sectors are mechanical engineering and the metalworking industry. The automotive industry is also strongly represented (manufacture of components, plastics, headlights, and cables).

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• Primary Sector (Agriculture): The Vysočina Region has an above-average presence in agriculture (pastoral cattle farming, potato and oilseed cultivation).

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• Services: Most people in this sector are employed in retail and repairs. The energy sector is also significant (Dukovany Nuclear Power Plant).

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Large Companies and Factories in the Vysočina Region:

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There are over 130 industrial companies operating in the region, 13 of which employ more than 1,000 people. Most of these companies are located in the districts of Jihlava and Žďár nad Sázavou.