SIGHTS CESKE KRUMLOV Czech Republic

	SIGHTS CESKE KRUMLOV, Czech Rep.
	Area Code 337 $1=Cash36.07, Jul 30, 2000

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Walking around this fairytale, medieval town is the best way to enjoy its beautiful Gothic, Renaissance & Baroque architecture and scenic river views. Some people manage to see the sights in a day, but most people extend their stay to 2,3+ days.

S1	Ceske Krumlov Castle: Gardens open all year. Interior Tu-Su Apr&Oct 9-12:00/13-15:00, May-Sep 8-12:00/13-16:00 Castle grounds.free Tour in Czech: 70kc/St.-30kc. in English 130kc/65kc Castle Tower-30/20kc, Castle Lapidarium 20/10kc 2nd largest castle in the Czech Republic. Originally built in the 13th C on the site of a fortress. Contains examples of Gothic, Baroque & Renaissance Architecture. Houses the oldest Baroque theater in Europe. There are 2 tours - Route I covers the chapel, the Hall of Masks & some baroque style rooms. Route II - Schwarzenberg portrait gallery, 19th C rooms & renaissance rooms.
S3	Egon Schiele Gallery: Centrum Siroka 70-72 Open: 10-18:00 Entry Fee: 120/80kc An Art Gallery dedicated to the Austrian artist Egon Schiele who lived in Ceske Krumlov for a short time. Over 50 of his watercolors are on display. The historical Renaissance style building is very beautiful, a major attraction in itself.
S2	Revolving Auditorium Castle Gardens: T56925F55640 Plays and opera performances are held here during the summer. They are very popular events, advance booking is recommended. See festival list 1998's programme.
S4	Ceske Krumlov Museum: Horni 152 Open Tu-Su10-12:30, 13-18:00 Entry Fee:30/St. 5kc Exhibition on the historical and cultural development of Ceske Krumlov. The highlight is the ceramic model of the town as it was in 1800.
S	Ceske Krumlov Graphite Mine ul. Chvalsinska, T711199 Open: 8:30-15:00 Entry Fee: 120kc