Kroměříž

Kroměříž is a town in the Zlín Region of the Czech Republic. It has about 28,000 inhabitants. The town is situated on both banks of the Morava River. Kroměříž was founded in the first half of the 12th century at the latest, and became a town in 1290. It was owned by the bishops and archbishops of Olomouc, who significantly contributed to the development of the settlement. Kroměříž is known for Kroměříž Castle and its castle gardens, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The historic town centre with the castle complex is well preserved and is protected as an urban monument reservation.