Božejov is a market town in Pelhřimov District in the Vysočina Region of the Czech Republic. It has about 600 inhabitants.
Administrative division Božejov consists of two municipal parts (in brackets population according to the 2021 census): Božejov (611) Nová Ves (20)
Etymology The name is derived from the personal name Božej, meaning "Božej's (court)".
Geography Božejov is located about southwest of Pelhřimov and west of Jihlava. It lies in the Křemešník Highlands. The highest point is the Troják hill at above sea level. The upper course of the Želivka River (called the Hejlovka) flows along the northwestern municipal border. The area is rich in small fishponds and streams.
History The first written mention of Božejov is from 1352, however, the settlement was probably established before 1200. Between 1680 and 1837, the Voračiský of Paběnice family owned Božejov and the market town coat of arms was derived from them.
Demographics
Transport The I/34 road (part of the European route E551, the section from Jindřichův Hradec to Pelhřimov) runs through the municipal territory.
Sights The main landmark of Božejov is the Church of Saint George. It is a large early Baroque building with a medieval core. The tower dates from 1642.
Notable people Lukáš Masopust (born 1993), footballer
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