River Jihlava - Czech republic
The river sources in Jihlava Hills near to the community of Jihlávka.
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Třebíč
In 13th century, there was constructed Romanesque-Gothic basilica of Virgin Mary and St.Prokopius, which was declared in 2002 as National Cultural Monument. In 1335, Třebíč obtained an allowance for building of fortifications, which preserved till 18th century. Parish church of St.Martin comes from middle of 13th century. Its big tower belonged to town´s fortification in past, in 18th century two side-chapels were built.
Třebíč was in past a centre of Unity of Moravian Brethren. 30-year´s War did not damaged the town in any important way, the dominion was in possession of Wallenstein Parentage. The Capuziner Abbey and Church of Jesus Christ Transfiguration in Jejkov became a symbol of Catholic victory at that time.
In 19th century, the manufacturing of shoes and leather working started, till that time drapery and weaving prevailed. In 20th century, the Orthodox Church of St.Wenceslas and Ludmila, and Secession Protestant Church were built.
As to industry sector: a nuclear energy and wooden working machinery are developped now. In 2003, a local Jewish Quarter, together with Basilica of St.Prokopius, were written into Survey of Worlds´ Cultural and Nature Heritage UNESCO. It is the only Jewish monument, outside of Israel, independently written into this survey.
Text: Markéta Řandová
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