The sgraffito, ranging from the 16th century to the 20th century, is the most extensive in the country. Litomyšl offers tours of the18th century family theatre, one of five in Europe with preserved stage machinery and scenery. A unique feature is also a set of sgraffito from the 16th century to the 20th century, the largest sgraffito in the Czech Republic. The composer Bedrich Smetana was born in the caslte complex, hence now the annual Smetana Festival in June.