# Rozhledna Žaltman **Wikidata**: [Q10270351](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q10270351) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/rozhledna-zaltman ## Summary Rozhledna Žaltman was an observation tower located in Radvanice, Czech Republic, situated on the Žaltman physical feature. Constructed in 1967, it operated for over five decades before being demolished on October 11, 2019, making it a former entity. The original structure was subsequently replaced by a new observation tower that also bears the name Rozhledna Žaltman. ## Key Facts * **Classification**: An observation tower and a former entity. * **Country**: Czech Republic. * **Location**: Radvanice. * **Physical Feature**: Located on Žaltman. * **Inception/Production Date**: 1967. * **Demolition Date**: October 11, 2019. * **Replacement**: The structure was replaced by a new observation tower also named Rozhledna Žaltman. * **Successor**: It was followed by a new structure, Rozhledna Žaltman. * **Coordinates**: 50.5526 latitude, 16.0521 longitude. * **Image**: Available on Wikimedia Commons at `https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Rozhledna_Žaltman.jpg`. * **Commons Category**: `Rozhledna Žaltman`. * **Views Category**: `Category:Views from Žaltman observation tower`. * **Wikipedia Presence**: Sitelink count of 2, with content in Commons and Czech (`cs`) Wikipedia. ## FAQs **What was the primary function and location of Rozhledna Žaltman?** Rozhledna Žaltman served as an observation tower, providing views from its location on the Žaltman physical feature. It was situated in Radvanice, within the Czech Republic. **When was the original Rozhledna Žaltman built and when did it cease to exist?** The original observation tower was constructed in 1967. It was later dissolved, abolished, or demolished on October 11, 2019, marking the end of its operational life. **What happened to the site after the original tower was removed?** After its demolition, the original Rozhledna Žaltman was replaced by a new structure. This successor observation tower also carries the name Rozhledna Žaltman, maintaining the site's purpose. **Where can one find visual media or related categories for Rozhledna Žaltman?** Visual media for Rozhledna Žaltman can be found on Wikimedia Commons under the category `Rozhledna Žaltman`. Additionally, a specific category for views from the item is `Category:Views from Žaltman observation tower`. ## Why It Matters Rozhledna Žaltman represents a significant landmark in the Czech Republic, serving as a focal point for observation and tourism for over five decades. Its lifecycle, from inception in 1967 to demolition in 2019, highlights the evolving nature of infrastructure and the importance of documenting historical structures. The fact that it was replaced by a new tower bearing the same name underscores a continuity of purpose and cultural significance for the location, even as the physical manifestation changed. As a former entity, its record contributes to the historical integrity of knowledge bases, allowing for accurate temporal tracking of physical assets and their transformations over time. ## Notable For * **Long Operational Period**: Functioned as an observation tower for 52 years, from 1967 to 2019. * **Site Continuity**: Despite its demolition, the site's purpose was maintained by a new observation tower bearing the identical name. * **Specific Geographical Placement**: Located precisely on the Žaltman physical feature in Radvanice, Czech Republic. * **Documented Lifecycle**: Its clear inception and demolition dates provide a complete historical record of its existence as a distinct structure. ## Body ### Overview and Status Rozhledna Žaltman was an observation tower located in the Czech Republic. It is classified as both an observation tower and a former entity, indicating its past operational status. The structure was initially established in 1967 and ceased to exist on October 11, 2019, when it was dissolved, abolished, or demolished. This status as a former entity means it no longer operates or is terminated, with its existence belonging specifically to the past. ### Geographical Context The observation tower was situated in Radvanice, a municipality within the Czech Republic. Its precise geographical location is marked by coordinates 50.5526 latitude and 16.0521 longitude. Furthermore, the tower was specifically located on the Žaltman physical feature, which likely provided the elevated position necessary for its observational function. ### Timeline and Demise The original Rozhledna Žaltman began its operational life in 1967, which is noted as both its inception and production date. For over five decades, it served its purpose as an observation point. However, its existence concluded on October 11, 2019, when the structure was demolished. This event definitively marked its transition into a former entity. ### Succession and Replacement Following its demolition, the site of the original Rozhledna Žaltman did not remain vacant. The structure was replaced by a new observation tower, which notably also carries the name Rozhledna Žaltman. This indicates a continuity of the site's function and identity, with the new structure effectively following and replacing the original one. The references for both the `followed_by` and `structure_replaced_by` properties point to "Rozhledna Žaltman," confirming that a new structure with the same name took its place. ### Categorization and Media Presence Visual and informational resources related to Rozhledna Žaltman are organized across various platforms. An image of the tower is available on Wikimedia Commons. The entity is categorized under `Rozhledna Žaltman` on Wikimedia Commons, serving as a central repository for media. Additionally, a specific category, `Category:Views from Žaltman observation tower`, exists for media showcasing the vistas observed from the tower. The entity has a sitelink count of 2, indicating its presence in at least two linked knowledge bases or Wikipedia language editions, specifically Commons and the Czech (`cs`) Wikipedia.