Strakonicky Castle

The first member of the family, of whom we know without a doubt, that he owned Strakonice, was Grand Duke Bavor of Strakonice. The Bavarian palace, order buildings and the church nave were created during his tenure. The fact that the Bavarians were among the important Czech noble families who played for the glory of royal favor is also evidenced by the fact that they owned and used the so-called equestrian seal. In 1243, Bavaria I donated part of the Strakonice castle (the church...