St. Vitus Cathedral, Gothic cathedral within Prague Castle complex, Czech Republic.
St. Vitus Cathedral features soaring Gothic spires, intricate stone carvings, ribbed vaulting, and magnificent stained glass windows that illuminate the interior with colorful light.
Construction began in 1344 under Charles IV and continued for nearly six centuries, with architects like Matthias of Arras and Peter Parler shaping its distinctive Gothic design.
The cathedral serves as the coronation church for Czech kings and houses the Crown Jewels of Bohemia, representing the spiritual heart of the Czech nation.
The cathedral is open Monday through Saturday from 09:00 to 17:00 and Sundays from 12:00 to 17:00, offering guided tours and access to various chapels.
The innovative net vaulting system designed by Peter Parler features double diagonal ribs creating complex geometric patterns that influenced Gothic architecture throughout Central Europe.
Address: III. nádvoří 48/2, 119 01 Praha 1-Hradčany, Czechia
Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 09:00-17:00; Sunday 12:00-17:00
Phone: +420224372434
Website: https://katedralasvatehovita.cz/cs
GPS coordinates: 50.09089,14.40051
Latest update: October 13, 2025 07:53
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Main gate of the St. Vitus Cathedral
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