Větrný Jeníkov facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Větrný Jeníkov
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Market town
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Town square
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 Větrný Jeníkov
Location in Czech Republic
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| Country |  Czech Republic |
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| Region | Vysočina | ||
| District | Jihlava | ||
| First mentioned | 1226 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 12.22 km2 (4.72 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | ||
| Population
(2024-01-01)
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| • Total | 628 | ||
| • Density | 51.39/km2 (133.10/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Postal code |
588 42
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Větrný Jeníkov is a small market town in the Czech Republic. It is located in the Vysočina Region, specifically in the Jihlava District. About 600 people live here.
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Geography and Location
Větrný Jeníkov is about 10 kilometers (6 miles) northwest of the city of Jihlava. It sits in an area called the Křemešník Highlands. The highest point nearby is a hill that reaches 702 meters (2,303 feet) above sea level. You can also find several ponds around the town.
A Look at History
Early Beginnings
The first time Větrný Jeníkov was mentioned in writing was in 1226. This means it has a very long history! In 1346, the village became a "market town." A market town is a special type of settlement that was allowed to hold markets.
Changing Owners
For many years, from 1436 to the 1570s, a powerful family called the Trčka of Lípa owned Jeníkov. The town got its full name, Větrný Jeníkov, in 1572. The Trčka family owned it again for a short time between 1619 and 1635. However, they lost their properties after a big battle called the Battle of White Mountain.
Around 1660, another family, the Trauttmansdorffs, took over Větrný Jeníkov. Later, from 1719 to 1744, a knight named Jan of Minetti owned the estate. During his time, the town grew and became more successful. Many guilds (groups of skilled workers) developed, and important buildings were constructed. After Minetti passed away, a charity group in Prague inherited the estate in 1744.
The Village of Velešov
The village of Velešov was first established around the year 1300. Sadly, it was completely destroyed in 1421 during the Hussite Wars. A new settlement, also called Velešov, was founded near Větrný Jeníkov in 1730.
Population Over Time
The population of Větrný Jeníkov has changed quite a bit over the years.
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Local Attractions
Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary
This is a beautiful small church in the town. It was built in the Baroque style between 1720 and 1735.
Větrný Jeníkov Castle
The castle started as a fortress. It was rebuilt into a grand Baroque home between 1723 and 1729. Later, from 1904 to 1907, it was changed again to look like it does today, in a style called Neo-Baroque. Now, the castle is used as the town's main office.
Jewish Cemetery
There is an old Jewish cemetery in the southern part of the town. It was started in the early 1600s. The oldest tombstone that we can still see today dates back to 1652.
Velešov Belfry
In the village of Velešov, a notable landmark is a belfry, which is a tower that holds bells. This belfry was built in 1829.
See also
In Spanish: Větrný Jeníkov para niños
