History
Osek is notable for a Burgundian Gothic monastery, originally built as the 3 knave "Church of the Assumption of Our Lady" between 1207–1220 in the style of a Roman Basilica, by Cistercian monks who first arrived in Osek in 1199. The monastery complex grew over time to become the economic and social hub of the region. It was rebuilt, in the top baroque style by the architect Octavius Broggio, from 1712 till 1718 when the interior of the monastery church was decorated with fresco paintings by Václav V. Reiner and a new convent, library and chapels were constructed. When first installed its church organ was one of the largest in Europe. The chapter hall of the old convent features a unique Early Gothic reading counter, carved from stone with an ornate base in the shape of a knot, dated in 1240.
Situated on the Dobrotiva Formation, Osek lies is a rich area for fossils from the Ordovician period, particularly trilobites. Salesius Hill in Osek is an interesting "rock city" of huge sandstone blocks, pillars and fissures. This unusual topography has inspired work by artists such as the painter Jan Tichý. Parts of the film Anna proletářka were filmed on location in Osek and Osek railway station.
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