Prachov Rocks

The Prachov Rocks (Czech: Prachovské skály) are a rock formation in the Czech Republic approximately 5 kilometres west of Jičín.[1] Since 1933, they have been a protected natural reserve. The region where the formations are located is called Bohemian Paradise, Český ráj in Czech.[2][3]

Rock towers of Prachov Rocks

The formations are made of sandstone, originally in the form of a plateau. Since its formation over 60 million years ago, the rock has been eroded by wind and rain into the unique forms found at the site.[4] Several of the individual rock towers have inspired names due to their appearance, such as the Leaning Tower, Devil's Kitchen, the Monk, the Elephant, and the Eagle.[4]

Some scenes for films and TV shows were filmed in the area, including Carnival Row, Britannia, Little Mermaid, Van Helsing, The Mists of Avalon, Hellboy, and Foundation.[5][6][3][7][8]

  • Prachov Rocks
    Prachov Rocks
  • Prachov Rocks
    Prachov Rocks

References
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  1. Hocek, Jan (3 February 2010). "Výjimečná zima, výjimečné fotky. Prachové peřiny na Prachovských skalách". Mladá fronta DNES (in Czech). iDNES. Retrieved 17 October 2014.
  2. "Český Ráj (Bohemian Paradise)". Atlas Obscura. Retrieved 2022-11-18.
  3. "The Czech Republic's Bohemian Paradise: as magical as it sounds". the Guardian. 2018-01-26. Retrieved 2022-11-18.
  4. Scheffel, Richard L.; Wernet, Susan J., eds. (1980). Natural Wonders of the World. United States of America: Reader's Digest Association, Inc. p. 305. ISBN 0-89577-087-3.
  5. "'Carnival Row' Wraps Shooting in Prague". The Prague Reporter. Retrieved 2022-11-18.
  6. "Films and Fairy Tales -". www.ceskyrajdetem.cz. Retrieved 2022-11-18.
  7. "Prachovské skály - Český ráj dětem 2020". www.ceskyrajdetem.cz. Retrieved 2022-11-18.
  8. "Foundation (season 2)". filmcommission.cz. Retrieved 2023-08-13.

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