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DUM U KAMENNEHO ZVONU

Staroměstské nám. 605/13
Gothic Tower House

Former Early-Gothic object was rebuilt in the second quarter of the 14th century into a town palace of the tower type, probably for King Jan Lucemburk. Rebuilt in the 17th and 18th century in Baroque style. Constructional and architectonical researches performed in 1973-1987, its Gothic appearance was reconstructed.


Expositions

The exterior - amply carved windows with plastics and carols with rails for sculptures, statues of two throne figures and a standing knight, house sign (a stone bell) on the corner. Exhibitions and cultural happenings are held in the interiors.

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Open

Tue - Sun: 10am - 8pm (at the time of the exhibition)
Mon: closed

Entrance fee

It depends on the type of the exhibition:
Adults: 100 - 120 CZK
Children: 50 - 60 CZK

Last update: 25. 11. 2009 21:34

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Wednesday
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Thursday
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