Pod Hôrkou, Slatiny Settlement

You know where time has stopped and leaves only traces. You are standing in front of the area of Roman housing estate Pod Hôrkou, which is located in the cadastral territory of the village of Hlinné. This place, which was declared a national cultural monument, is a unique proof of the past that took place over two millennia ago. Let's go and dive into the secrets hidden here. You can see a large area spreading in front of your eyes that has ever been the living center of a Roman settlement in Pod Hôrkou, Slatiny. Today, there are no walls or narrow streets that you've ever known. But land remains and archaeological findings remind you that it has ever been here. Feel the atmosphere of the place where the past meets with the present. Under Hôrka is like a time capsule that opens before our eyes and offers insight into the lives of people who lived here more than two millennia ago. The creation of this housing estate is covered with secret. Archaeological research does not provide clear dates or the name of architects who have ever worked here. But what is preserved here is that this place was significant in Roman times. Roman settlements developed here at a time when languages, cultures, and business travels spoke in our territory. Under Hôrka it could be one of many housing estates that were located on Roman roads and served as stops for merchants, soldiers, or passengers. Let's move on to what you can see today. In front of you, there is an area that has ever been inhabited. Archaeological research has revealed remnants of Roman architecture that are now underground. See how the layers of the past are crawling through here. There's a place under Hôrka where the Roman world can be felt. You will notice how the languages spoken in the Roman Empire were spoken here, and how goods were traded here that came from various corners of known and unknown countries. The architecture of the Roman settlement is hidden underground today, but its traces are visible on maps and archaeological findings. In the past, there were houses built according to Roman architecture. You will notice how there could be residential buildings, craft workshops or public buildings that served the entire settlement. Archaeological research also revealed the remains of the roads that followed and were part of the Roman transport network. Let's see what else we can see today. Visitors often ask what happened and who lived here. Unfortunately, historical personalities are unknown here. But what is preserved here is that this place was significant to the people who lived here. Roman housing estate could be the center of trade, culture or military presence. You can see the stories of people who have ever worked, traded, or lived here. Every wall, every alley and every house reminds of the life that has ever been here. One of the most interesting things about this place is his secret. Archaeological research has revealed only a small part of what has ever happened here. There is a place under Hôrka waiting for further discoveries and research. You will notice how the layers of the past are being covered and how there are traces of the people who lived here. Any discovery can be a key to new knowledge and a better understanding of the history of this place. Let's go see what you can see today. In front of you there is an area that has ever been the living center of a Roman settlement. See how the stories of the people who have ever lived here get caught. Under Hôrka is a place that offers insight into the past and which can impress you with your atmosphere and secret. We remain before one interesting question: what else is there to wait for? Archaeological research has revealed only a small part of what has ever happened here. There is a place under Hôrka waiting for further discoveries and research. You will notice how the layers of the past are being covered and how there are traces of the people who lived here. Any discovery can be a key to new knowledge and a better understanding of the history of this place. Let's go see what's waiting for you again. You're standing where the past meets the present. Under the Mountains is a place that can take you by its atmosphere and secret. See how the stories of people who have ever lived here and how they can find their life marks. Look around again before leaving. This place is a unique proof of the past that took place over two millennia ago. Under the Mountains is a place that can take you by its atmosphere and secret. See how the layers of the past are crawling through here and how there are traces of the people who lived here. Thank you for stopping by and looking at this place with new eyes. Under Hôrka there is only the beginning of a story waiting to be discovered by other researchers and visitors. Take another look at this place that can take you by your past and secret. Once you're gone, let's take away the feeling that you've met with time and that you've smooched into history. Look again at this place, which is a unique proof of the past. Under the Mountains is a place that can take you by its atmosphere and secret. Once you're gone, let's take away the feeling that you've met with time and that you've smooched into history. Thank you for your visit and for your interest in our cultural heritage.