Palacký University Olomouc

university, Olomouc, Czech Republic

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Palacký University Olomouc is a public university located in Olomouc, Czech Republic. It was founded in 1573, making it one of the oldest universities in Central Europe. Although it was suppressed in 1854, it was revived after World War II and named in honor of František Palacký, a prominent Czech historian and politician who is considered the founder of modern Czech historiography.1

Olomouc itself is a historic city in northeastern Czech Republic, situated on the Morava River. It has a rich history, dating back to Roman times, and has served as a significant religious and military center. The city is known for its well-preserved Baroque architecture, including its Holy Trinity Column, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site.1

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The city’s university was founded in 1573; it was suppressed in 1854 but was revived after World War II and named for František Palacký, the Czech patriot-scholar. The city’s manufactures include steel, machine tools, gas appliances, refrigerators, salt, sugar, chocolate, malt, and beer. Pop. (2021) 106,063.
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The city’s university was founded in 1573; it was suppressed in 1854 but was revived after World War II and named for František Palacký, the Czech patriot-scholar. The city’s manufactures include steel, machine tools, gas appliances, refrigerators, salt, sugar, chocolate, malt, and beer. Pop. (2021) 106,063.
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