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Kunigunde Legend at Chojnik Castle (Kynast)
A hold-to-light card - showing an artists impression of Kynast Castle (Chojnik), a castle located above the village of Sobieszow, today part of Jelenia Gora in southwestern Poland. The ruins of Chojnik are tied to the myth of Kunigunde, the castle lords daughter, who was desired by many knights. As she had no intention to enter into marriage, she promised to marry the bold man who would complete a circuit along the castles walls on a horseback, knowing full well that on the steep slopes horse and rider must fall into the chasm. Many tried and perished until a proud nobleman came along, who appealed to Kunigunde. Although she declared to abandon the precondition and to marry him right away, the knight insisted on taking the risk and he succeeded. Instead of accepting her proposal he scolded her for her cruelty and departed. Kunigunde was so humiliated, she plunged into the abyss herself
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Chojnik Castle: The Legend of Kunigunde, a Tale of Courage and Humiliation Nestled atop a rugged cliff in the picturesque village of Sobieszow, in southwestern Poland, lies the enigmatic ruins of Chojnik Castle, also known as Kynast. This historic fortress, shrouded in mystery and intrigue, has long been associated with the captivating legend of Kunigunde, the castle's beloved yet enigmatic daughter. The tale goes back to medieval times when Kunigunde, the beautiful and independent-minded castle heiress, found herself the object of desire for many gallant knights. Uninterested in marriage, she devised a challenge to test the mettle and courage of her suitors: the perilous ride around the castle walls on horseback. Knowing full well that the steep slopes would surely cause horse and rider to plummet into the treacherous chasm, Kunigunde's heartless dare left many brave knights dead or injured. One day, a proud and determined nobleman arrived at Chojnik Castle, determined to win Kunigunde's hand. Despite her initial reluctance to abandon the precondition, the nobleman insisted on taking the risk. With a steadfast heart and unwavering resolve, he completed the circuit, much to Kunigunde's astonishment. However, instead of accepting her proposal, the knight scolded Kunigunde for her cruelty and humiliation. Shamed and humiliated, Kunigunde, in a fit of despair, plunged into the abyss herself. The tragic tale of Kunigunde and the daring knight continues to echo through the ages, adding to the rich tapestry of history and legend that surrounds the enigmatic ruins of Chojnik Castle.
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