Bohemian Paradise Square, Turnov Historic Center, Liberec, Czech Republic

About this place

Live Stream | Bohemian Paradise Square (Náměstí Českého ráje), Turnov, Liberec Region, Czech Republic. Dominating the historic town center of Turnov—the traditional urban gateway to the UNESCO Bohemian Paradise Geopark—this picturesque town square is lined with Renaissance townhouses, the neo-Renaissance Town Hall, and historic stone monuments. Turnov is world-famous as the centuries-old capital of Bohemian garnet gemstone jewelry cutting and glass crafting. Cafes lining the square serve traditional Bohemian chimney cakes (Trdelník), honey-layered Medovnik cakes, artisan roasted coffees, and Svijany draft beers, providing the perfect cultural stop before exploring nearby sandstone rock cities and medieval clifftop castles.

✦ Must-Visit Highlights:

▸ Gateway to Bohemian Paradise UNESCO Geopark: Immerse yourself in the charming historic square framed by colorful pastel burgher houses.

▸ World Capital of Bohemian Garnet Jewelry: Browse traditional artisan workshops and boutiques specializing in blood-red Bohemian pyrope garnets.

▸ Artisan Cafes & Traditional Medovnik Cakes: Relax at outdoor terrace cafes with spiced honey cakes, sweet trdelník, and local craft pilsner.