Konice

Konice (; ) is a town in Prostějov District in the Olomouc Region of the Czech Republic. It has about 2,800 inhabitants.
Etymology.
The name of the town is derivered from Czech "koně" (horses) and is connected with stables which served as a resting place for horses during the long journeys to the Czech lands.
History.
Konice was first mentioned in 1200.
Economy.
The most important factories are "Moděva Konice" and "Kovo Konice".
Sights.
The most important monument is the Baroque chateau from 1705. Other monuments include the parish church of the Virgin Mary Birth founded in 1506, which houses a unique wooden pulpit.
In popular culture.
The town appears in the Czech film "Dark Blue World".