HMC 2010 Detailed scientific programme - ÚTAM AV ČR, vvi

High-temperature gypsum plaster: investigations into conservation and restoration of historic gypsum
objects IV.44
U. Wende, P. Kozub, T. Arnold, J. Meinhardt
Correlation of initial and fi nal available lime, and free water in lime putties to carbonation rate and
mechanical characteristics of lime mortars IV.46
G. Zacharopoulou
Analysis and testing methodology of mortars: a case study of the Báthory castle in Şimleu Silvaniei,
Romania IV.50
A. B. Magó, A. Cosma, M Guttmann, B. Szabó
Saturday, September, 25 th
Technical excursions in Prague, 9:30–12:30
Admission free, please register during the conference.
Details and the registration for the individual technical excursions are available at the conference
registration desk.
Trip to Český Krumlov, 9:00–19:00 (minimum of 15 persons)
Price 65 EUR includes: entrance fee to the Český Krumlov Castle, English-speaking guide, lunch,
transport.
This tour will take you to one of the most charming parts of the country with beautiful countryside,
picturesque fi shponds and numerous historical sights. Morning departure from Prague to the South
Bohemian medieval town of Český Krumlov, which is second in the UNESCO list of most important
protected historical towns thanks to its preserved historical centre. You will also visit Český Krumlov
castle – the largest castle in Bohemia after Prague Castle – with its unique open air theatre with
revolving auditorium in the park surrounding the castle. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant.
Trip to Kutná Hora, 9:00–15:00 (minimum of 15 persons)
Price 40 EUR includes: entrance fee to St. Barbara Cathedral, Mint House and Museum, English-speaking
guide, lunch, transport.
The tour includes a visit to the ancient mining town of Kutná Hora, established in a silver mining
area in the 13th century. The town, about 65 km east of Prague, has many well preserved medieval
and Baroque buildings. The 14th century St. Barbara Cathedral features colourful frescoes and the
UNESCO protected Miner’s Chapel, named after the silver miners who fi nanced the construction of the
cathedral. In the town centre lies the site of the former royal mint, where Italian artisans crafted
silver Prague groschens in the 15th century. Groschens were a currency used throughout Europe.
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