Stražisko


Stražisko is a municipality and village in Prostějov District in the Olomouc Region of the Czech Republic. It has about 400 inhabitants.
WWW obecstrazisko.cz

Administrative division

Stražisko consists of three municipal parts :
  • Stražisko
  • Maleny
  • Růžov

Geography

Stražisko is located about northwest of Prostějov and west of Olomouc. It lies on the border between the Drahany Highlands and Zábřeh Highlands. The highest point is at above sea level. The Romže River flows through the municipality.

History

The first written mention of Stražisko is from 1379. The early history of the village was connected with the Grünberg Castle, located on a hill above the village. In the 16th century, the castle was abandoned and fell into disrepair. In 1722, the ruin was demolished and a church was built on the site.

Transport

Stražisko is located on the railway line Prostějov–Dzbel.

Sights

The main landmark of Stražisko is the Church of the Guardian Angels, located on a hill inside the built-up area. It was built in the Baroque style in 1728. The path to the church is lined with 14 Stations of the Cross, dating from 1854.

Notable people