The exhibition presented a selection of over 30 of the most interesting castles and chateaus of Bohemia and Moravia, two of the historic areas that make up the Czech state. The criterion of the selection of the localities has been the historical significance, as well as the architectural, artistic and historical value. The exhibition which was brought to Malaysia at the initiative of the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Kuala Lumpur is the first bilateral cultural event in which the National Museum of Malaysia participates.

The ceremonial opening of the exhibition was attended by over 100 guests, among them were directors of major Malaysian cultural institutions, representatives of the Malaysian government, especially from the Ministry of Tourism and Culture in Malaysia, the management of Malaysian universities, representatives of the diplomatic corps and members of arts and business circles. The opening speech was delivered by the Ambassador of the Czech Republic, H.E. Rudolf Hykl, followed by the Director General of the National Museum of Malaysia Mr. Kamarul Baharin Kasim, the Director General of the National Museum of the Czech Republic Mr. Michal Lukes and the Secretary General of the Ministry of Tourism and Culture of Malaysia, H.E. Dr. Ong Hong Peng, who was the guest of honor representing the Malaysian government.

The exhibition of photographs and reproductions of historical drawings was prepared by the National Museum of the Czech Republic. In the exhibition, a prominent position is occupied by sites of the European importance, including those on UNESCO´s list, such as Prague, Český Krumlov, Kutná hora, Litomyšl, Kroměříž and Lednice-Valtice Cultural Landscape.

The exhibition was the first project, on which the National Museum of Malaysia cooperated with the Czech Embassy in Kuala Lumpur and with Czech government institutions, the fact of which was highlighted by the Director General of the National Museum of Malaysia. At the exhibition, a video projection of a documentary series “Ten centuries of architecture” had being shown, as well a documentary showcasing UNESCO cultural heritage sites in the Czech Republic and a 3D video of castle architecture.

By staging the exhibition in Kuala Lumpur, the Embassy of the Czech Republic strove to increase awareness in Malaysia about Czech historical riches, which were also representative of the European history. It is historical treasures such as castles and chateaus, which make the Czech Republic one of the richest countries in historical monuments in Europe, and also one of the most attractive destinations for foreign visitors.

http://www.nst.com.my/news/2016/03/136237/king-castles