Very interesting Zhebrak town, famous for its two locks, equally loved by the people, was founded in the XIII century. The first mention of it we meet in 1286. However, the assurances of historians, local places have long liked the different tribes. The oldest archaeological finds date back to the local V millennium BC. e. In the vicinity of the future city were found Zhebrak settlement Celtic and Slavic tribes.

Almost immediately after its founding Zhebrak acquired great fame among tourists, pilgrims and merchants who were aware of the existence of a large local market, where they sold not only food, but also a variety of household stuff, so essential in any economy. Since Zhebrak was on a very important road connecting Prague and Pilsen, then they come here from all over the Czech Republic to sell their goods and see the wonders brought from other places. The city prospered and expanded. In 1396, he received the city rights, and is now officially called a royal town.

During the Hussite wars, the city was badly damaged: many buildings had been burned and were in poor condition. City several times in its history burned, but lovingly restored by local residents. Once the town on fire at the time, when it stopped ruler, Ferdinand I. After a long time there were rumors that it was an attempt on the life of King.

The city has several beautiful churches worth visiting during his visit. The Church of St. Roch was built in 1780 on the site of a Gothic church. The Church of St. Lawrence, built in the Baroque style, is famous for its interiors. In particular, it put up a statue of the Virgin Mary, created with great skill.