Cultural
Les grandes villes d’eaux d’Europe
République tchèque
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This cultural heritage site encompasses the major spa towns of Europe, representing a significant period of development in the continent's urban and social history. The towns exemplify the architectural and cultural characteristics of 19th and early 20th-century spa culture, when thermal waters attracted visitors seeking health benefits and leisure. Located across the Czech Republic, these sites demonstrate the standardized planning and design principles applied to European spa destinations during this era, including distinctive layouts featuring parks, therapeutic facilities, and residential architecture. The visual character of these towns is marked by neoclassical and Art Nouveau buildings that reflect the aspirations and aesthetic preferences of the period. Together, these spa towns illustrate the interconnected development of European health tourism and the shared cultural values that shaped urban design across national boundaries during the industrial age.
