Great Blaník Look Out Tower - Czech republic
Lookout tower
Great Blaník Look Out Tower
This look out tower is situated on a hill known as Velký Blaník (Great Blaník) in an altitude of 638 
metres above sea level. The hill is a dominanta of Vlašim outskirts. Originally, it was an idea of Czech Tourist Club from end of 19th century, to construct such type of building.
Nevertheless, in 1895, Cardinal Schonborn let to built here simple wooden tower, where the visitors had to mount up on ladders. Anyway, the tower became very popular for tourists, however, it was not in operation for long time. In 1936, the construction was torn off, for its very bad stand. In 1943, architect Hanus proposed new construction. He let to be inspired by appearance of Hussite towers, with shingled roof. Since that time, the look out tower has the same face.
Blaník look out tower is 30 metres high. Its view gallery is placed in height of 24 metres.
When you mount 112 stages, you will be surprised by marvellous round view, you can even see Prague, under favourable weather conditions.
Opening time table:
October - March: on Saturdays and Sundays: 10:00 - 16:00 h
April-September: Tuesdays-Sundays 10:00 - 17:00 h
Closed on Mondays.
Text: Lenka Fortinová
Translation: ing. Jan Jonáš
Photo: google.cz
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