Krakovec
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
About the place: Krakovec is a village located southwest of Rakovník in the Central Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic. The area is dominated by the ruins of the Gothic Krakovec Castle, famous for being the final residence of Jan Hus in Bohemia before his journey to the Council of Constance.
Flag Description: A blue field bearing a white chalice.
Symbolism: The white chalice on a blue field directly refers to the Hussite tradition and the significant historical role of Krakovec Castle, where the religious reformer Jan Hus preached and stayed in 1414 before departing for the Council of Constance. The chalice is the iconic symbol of Utraquism and the Hussite movement.
Flag Description: A blue field bearing a white chalice.
Symbolism: The white chalice on a blue field directly refers to the Hussite tradition and the significant historical role of Krakovec Castle, where the religious reformer Jan Hus preached and stayed in 1414 before departing for the Council of Constance. The chalice is the iconic symbol of Utraquism and the Hussite movement.
Statistics
Area
10.32 km²
Population
213