Pernštýnské náměstí 4 House

Welcome to the heart of Pardubice, the historic part of the old town. Right now, you're standing in front of one of the remarkable houses on the north side of Pernstein Square. Look in front of you at this two-story city house. The first thing you're probably interested in is its bright yellow color facade, which considers the surrounding area and gives the square a warm touch. It's a building that carries layers of centuries and tells the story of how the city changed, burned, and flourished again.

Let us now stop at its origin. Although the house looks very elegant and light, its roots go deep into the past. It is assumed that the base building was built around a thousand fifty. At the time, there were forms of Gothic construction. So imagine what this place looked like at the beginning of the 16th century, when Pardubice was an important knot and the city grew gradually. The Gothic core of the house was preserved even in later times, although it is not visible at first sight.

But history is not always calm. In the year one thousand and five-twixt eight, the city was hit by a fire. Fire is always the worst enemy for the historic city centres, and this particular fire has changed the face of this house. It was at this time that there was a major adjustment of the appearance of the building. Instead of gothic elements, new trends of the time, the Renaissance, have been promoted. This era has brought to architecture more harmony, light and decoration. So the house was essentially remodeled to fit the new spirit of the time, which gave it the form that we admire today.

Now, please pay attention to the details in front of you. Look carefully at the front of the house. Note the rich decoration that revives the facade. Your eyes should now be looking for the so-called canned pilasters. They're vertical Roman columns attached to a wall that have vertical grooves carved into them. These elements provide a vertical rhythm and a sense of stability and elegance.

In addition to pilasters, take a look at the decorative belt that decorate the wall. It consists of the theme of the meander, which is a so-called Greek pattern formed by a continuous line which in true angles consists of geometric shapes. This detail shows the high craftsmanship of builders and the effort to make the house a real gem square. The whole yellow facade with these details creates an impression of the wealth and care with which the house has been maintained over the centuries.

When we think about the people who lived here, we have to acknowledge that the specific names of architects or significant personalities that would be connected to this house have been erased. We don't know the names of the masters who laid stones in the sixteenth century or carved meanders into plaster. And yet this building is living proof of the existence of hundreds of people who worked here, traded and lived their lives. He is a silent witness to the history of Pardubice, who survived wars, fires and changes in political regimes.

The interesting thing is that this combination of the Gothic core and the Renaissance mantle is very valuable for the historic pavement. That is why the house was officially declared a cultural monument in the year one thousand nine hundred sixty-four. This means that the state recognised its unique value and decided that it must be protected for future generations. If you look at the state of the house today, you'll see it looks very fresh. This is due to the extensive reconstruction that took place in two thousand twenty-three. This repair has ensured that the beauty of the facade and the details of the Pilastres will not collapse ahead and will welcome us for many years.

Before we say goodbye, I suggest one last thing. Please look down, right under your feet, into the paving in front of the house. This is where you find clues that can lead you to further discover the city. Feel the atmosphere of this place, where old goth meets playful Renaissance and modern sightseeing care.

This concludes a short stop at this beautiful yellow house. I hope you enjoyed the view of his decorative facade and felt the spirit of the 16th century. Now I invite you to continue to explore Pernstein Square and discover other hidden corners of Pardubice's old city. I wish you a pleasant walk and many new experiences. Goodbye.