Observation tower at Křížová Mountain
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Cerveny Water Village, located near the town of Králíky is famous for its beautiful surroundings, marvel at the proposed height to one of four observation towers mounted on high ground next to her. The most readily available and popular among tourists is the tower at Křížová mountain. This tower was built of reinforced concrete in 2006. It is open all year round, as it is considered absolutely secure. Her visit paid ticket allowing lifting, can be bought at the foot of the tower.

The height of the observation tower - 25 meters. The site, available for visits, is located at an altitude of 22 meters. The tower is located on the Křížová hill, which rises above the village Cerveny Water at 735 meters.

To reach the level, which offers the best view, need to overcome 130 steps. Unfortunately, the elevator in the tower is not provided.

Křížová Mountain for centuries was considered a place of pilgrimage. Before the war at its peak housed the wooden church, which was built next to a small hut, where they could take shelter from the weather. Pilgrims, defended the service in the church could then relax in the inn. On top of the mountain led a path along which were installed benches for rest.

After World War II the church was destroyed. The hut also with time dilapidated and collapsed.

Already in the XXI century on the hill Křížová remembered local businessmen, which provided funds for the construction of the observation tower. The aim of the architects was to enter the tower harmoniously into the surrounding landscape, and they succeeded.

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