Slavonické podzemí Water structure

Slavonické podzemí is a unique technical and historical monument in the city of Slavonice, located under the theme of Peace. This corridor system was originally designed to take groundwater from the cellars to the castle ditch. The oldest parts, the so-called locks, came from the 13th and 14th centuries and were chopped up manually in ruble massif. The cellars were used to store food, barrels of wine or beer and some contained craft shops. Since 1998, the underground has been made available to the public.

The history of Slavonic Underground dates back to the Middle Ages, when many changes took place in Bohemia and Europe. The oldest cellars were probably cut by miners from Jihlava. These lockers were not only used to store food and beverages, but also contained artisanal workshops for processing meat or leather, which was possible due to their cold conditions. During the 2nd half of the 15th century, the cellars were connected by a system of corridors designed to drain groundwater to the castle ditch, which was completed in the 16th century.

Architecturally, Slavonické podzemí is interesting with its small size corridors, which have an average profile of 150 cm high and 60 cm wide. These corridors were designed to effectively drain excess underground water from the cellars. The system worked partly until the 19th century, when the castle moat was introduced during this century, leading to the fact that the underground system had no place to drain.

A key event in the history of Slavonic Underground was the 1967 flood that flooded the underground with mud and water almost to the ceiling. This disaster has caused considerable damage, but it has also led to exploration and cleansing since 1993. Today the well-known and purified part measures about 1.5 km, while the drainage system under the theme of Peace once again works as before.

Today Slavonické podzemí is not only a technical monument, but also an interesting destination for tourists and historians. Exploration and cleaning is ongoing, especially under the Upper Square. This monument offers a unique view of the technical and cultural history of the region and is a reason to reflect on the wisdom and innovation of our ancestors.

Slavonické podzemí is worth visiting not only for its historical value, but also as a reminder of the human spirit and ability to adapt to the environment. Visit this unique place and discover its secrets underground Slavonic.