Little Blanik

Malý Blaník is located near Louňovice pod Blaník above the village of Býkovice and is the smaller "little brother" of the better known and sought after Velké Blaník. At its peak is the ruin of the ancient pilgrimage chapel of St. Mary Magdalene. It was completed here in 1753, mainly because pilgrimages have been held here since the beginning of the 16th century. Already 30 years later, however, the chapel is abolished by order of Emperor Joseph...