Čimická tvrz Fortress

Čimická tvrz, a extinct residence located in Prague-Chimice north of the local pond, is a historic monument with a rich past background. The fortress, probably built in the 13th century and destroyed during the Thirty Years' War, is today protected as a cultural monument of the Czech Republic. Its remains are covered in the park layout, making its history accessible to people interested in archaeological findings and historical research.

The first written mention of the village of Chimice dates back to 1334, when the village was owned by the Prague Probošt. The fortress probably existed in the 13th century, which was confirmed by the archaeological findings of the stone house from the block wall. After 1420, the fortress was probably destroyed and the village was captured by the Pražanas who transferred it to Bohunek from Bohunice. In the 16th century there is a mention of a new fortress, which was probably built on or near the site of an older building.

The original stone house from the beginning of the 13th century was later extended by a tower building with a stone ground and wooden floor, protected by a circular moat and a palliative fence. The fortress was defensive and its foundations were discovered during archaeological research between 1975 and 1983. Research took place in the garden of house No. 1, where rectangular stone foundations were found protected by a moat.

The possession of the fort has undergone several changes. In 1551, the fort was mentioned in the sale of the village to Adam from Strášín, which held it until 1565. He then bought the farm and fortress Zikmund Divish from Hradešín, whose successor was Jan Bryknar from Brukštejn in 1592. The last mention of the fort dates back to 1609, when it was attached to the liberal estate of Elizabeth Hofmann and her husband John from Chernhaus.

The 30-year war in the 17th century resulted in the destruction of the village and the likely disappearance of the fortress. After this time, there are no other references to the fortress, indicating that it ends as a functional object.

Today, the remains of the Chime Fortress are protected and covered in the park adjustment. The local pond, Vánková Street, Čimická Street and Na Zámky, surrounding the area of the former fortress as well as the nature reserve and green areas in the surrounding area, add to this historic place its unique atmosphere. Although the fortress itself is already invisible, its archaeological findings and history make Chimice an interesting target for those interested in the history of Prague.

Čimická tvrz represents an important part of the cultural heritage of Prague and its history is a testament to the changes that have passed this place from the Middle Ages to the modern times. The visit to Chimic offers an opportunity to become familiar with the rich history of the region and appreciate its cultural value, although the fortress itself is no longer visible.