The fortress was originally built in the tenth century, and local legend holds that the first settlement in what would become Prague was at Vysehrad, though this claim is thus far unsubstantiated. However, when the Premysl dynasty settled on the current site of Prague Castle, the two castles maintained opposing spheres of influence for two centuries or so. When Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV began to build the Prague Castle in its current dimensions (in the early 14th century), Vysehrad was abandoned as a royal home. It underwent a renovation in the 17th century when the Austrian Empire took over the Czech lands after the Thirty Years' War and became a training center for the Austrian Army. It was also incorporated into the Baroque era city walls around Prague.
Historically Vysehrad was the part of the Royal Route where czech kings about to be crowned would have to first pay tribute to their predecessor and it also was the royal residence of Vratislav II.
Vysehrad being the birthplace of Prague (it was the site of the original castle around the 10thcentury) it is appropriate that its great artists, scribes, musicians and politicians lie buried in the cemetery adjacent to the church.
Vysehrad Hill is considered to be the most amazing and enigmatic place on the territory of Prague.
In 12th century Vysehrad lost its state importance, the king’s residence was transferred to Prague Citadel, and for a long time it remained the residence of the main church representative.
During the ruling of famous Karl the 4th the Vysehrad fortification was in its flourishing, the ancient constructions were fortified and new fortifications were built.
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