The region of Broumov is geographically and historically a distinctive region with a wild and poetic landscape. For many centuries this region was once a very important cultural center enriched by artistic monuments and edifices, which were built during the administration of the Benedictine monks. A harmonious, aesthetic and ecological society emerged that made this region quite significant. The landscape of this region is quite diverse; there are mountains, valleys and bizarre rock formations and also mosaics of forestland, meadows and grassland. The region's unique location with its picturesque landscape, the beautiful architecture found in the churches and also folk monuments are only part of what makes this area exceptional. It is the "genius loci"- the spirit of this place - that makes Broumovsko an enchanting region.

This region of Broumov is especially noted for its beautiful nature. Adraspach- Teplice is the largest and wildest rock town in Central Europe, covering an area of 19 sq. km. Also striking but not as prominent are the sandstone formations known as The Broumov Walls. Apart from these two natural wonders in this wilderness area there is additional protected territory such as the Stolava Hors Ostas - The Table Mountains and hundreds of rolling hills surrounding this region. The sandstone rock formations and the intensive tectonic development give this area an impressive relief. In the town of Police, deep under the chalky grounds, flows one of the best quality water, which is rich in minerals.

This region is famous for its historical buildings and cultural treasures. In the towns of Broumov and Police nad Metuji are two Benedictine monasteries. In the village of Krinice there is typical original German folk architecture, there is a group of Baroque churches in Bezdekov, Bozanov, Broumov and Hermankovice, there are chapels in Hvezda, Martinkovice, Otovice, Ruprechtice, Sonov, Vernerovice and Viznov. The oldest wooden church in Bohemia is in the town of Broumov. There are hundreds of brick farmhouses, which are very typical of the region in Broumov. Scattered in the landscape are field crosses, cross ways, statues, and chapels. These minor architectural monuments lie in the countryside like shadows amidst the beauty of nature, since they have been neglected over the years and are in much need of repair.

This rocky headland was colonized in the 13th century by the Benedictine order of Brevnov when the land was given to them by King Premysl Otakar l. The people who settled in the Police area were mostly Bohemian while those of German origin settled in Broumov. German and Bohemian aristocracy settled in the towns of Starkov and Teplice however in later years mostly Germans inhabited these areas. After the building of the monasteries in Broumov and Police the monks carried out a planned colonization and this led to regular forms of settlements in the form of villages with farmland around waterways .The layouts of these settlements are more or less what is present today. The Benedictine Monks built additional functional buildings in the towns of Broumov and Police nad Metuji. They erected castles, fortresses, "free farms" and in the later years places of retreat or chateaux.

During the seven centuries of Benedictine rule, this "border" area witnessed many political and social conflicts - Czechs versus Germans, Catholics versus Protestants, Church versus State. The region of Broumov always managed to ride over the many obstacles that were brought about by these conflicts, wars and also by the plague after the Thirty Years War that claimed the lives of many of its citizens. This was mainly possible because of the good economic status and business activities of the Benedictine abbacy.

The development of the textile industry and the political freedom of the 19th century brought about prosperity to the region of Broumov. The textile industry was expanded to other towns and villages and goods were exported outside the region. Another boost for the developing industry was the construction of the railway in Chocen (1875), which connected Vienna with Silesia and Klodsko. During the "golden textile era" the region of Broumov was one of the most populated regions in Bohemia with 159 people per square km. The population of a typical village ranged from 1000 to 1500 citizens. In the 19th century many farmsteads - the Broumov type - were built in the surrounding villages together with places of worship of architectural value.

The 20th century brought about painful years. The majority of inhabitants of German origin refused citizenship of Czechoslovakia. The economic crises of the 1930s trigged many demonstrations. The Henlein party was founded in 1933 and after the Munich Agreement the Broumov region was divided- Broumov and Teplice became part of Hitler's Third Reich and Police was part of the Protectorate Bohemia - Moriavia. The breakdown of Broumov's development came after World War ll. After the war the German inhabitants who would not swear allegiance to Czechoslovakia were evicted from the country. The communist ideology that followed started to destroy the local heritage. Industries and agriculture were nationalized and socialist villages were built. The township of Broumov was abolished and so the cultural, social and industrial continuation of this region was interrupted.