Strahov Monastery, Premonstratensian monastery in Hradčany, Czech Republic
The medieval monastery complex spans across multiple buildings featuring Romanesque, Renaissance, and Baroque architectural elements connected by interior courtyards and gardens.
Founded in 1143 by Vladislaus II of Bohemia and Bishop Jindřich Zdík, the monastery survived fires, Hussite attacks, and underwent major renovations during the 17th century.
The monastery library contains over 200,000 volumes, including 3,000 manuscripts and 1,500 early printed books stored in the Theological and Philosophical halls.
Located near Petřín Hill, the monastery opens daily from 9:00 to 17:00, with guided tours available in multiple languages through the libraries and art gallery.
The monastery houses a cabinet of curiosities displaying scientific instruments, marine specimens, and military artifacts collected throughout its 800-year history.
Location: Hradčany
Inception: 1143
Founders: Vladislaus II of Bohemia, Jindřich Zdík
Architects: Anselmo Lurago
Architectural style: baroque architecture, Renaissance architecture, Romanesque architecture
Address: Strahovské nádvoří 1/132, 118 00 Praha 1-Strahov, Czechia 118 00
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:00-17:00
Phone: +420233107704
Website: https://strahovskyklaster.cz
GPS coordinates: 50.08596,14.38928
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:48
Prague contains numerous historical sites beyond the main tourist areas. The Vyšehrad fortress stands above the Vltava River with Gothic and Baroque architecture. The Vrtba Garden displays terraced landscaping from the 18th century. The Strahov Monastery holds medieval manuscripts in its libraries. Modern culture thrives at Kasárna Karlín, a former military base. Gardens like Wallenstein and Kinský offer green spaces with statues and ponds. Religious buildings include the modernist St. Wenceslas Church in Vršovice and the Gothic Church of Our Lady before Týn.
Prague features historical monuments from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. The medieval center includes the Old Town Square with its astronomical clock. The royal castle overlooks the city from its hill. Charles Bridge connects the two banks of the Vltava. Religious buildings, museums, and theaters illustrate Gothic, Baroque, and modern architecture.
Strahov Library
10 m
Basilica of the Assumption
58 m
Church of Saint Roch
121 m
Premyslid Crucifix
49 m
Opatská zahrada
87 m
Vyhlídka s vinicí
136 m
Jasan ztepilý ve Velké strahovské zahradě
166 m
Dům U Zlatého pluhu (Hradčany, Pohořelec 5)
177 m
Museum of miniatures
146 m
Strahov Monastery Gardens
87 m
Socha Zjevení blahoslaveného Heřmana u kostela Nanebevzetí Panny Marie u strahovského kláštera
70 m
Dům U Dvou zlatých hvězd
185 m
Dům U Zlatého stromu
166 m
Dům U Pumpy
142 m
Pohořelec 14
140 m
Gottwieckovský Dům
172 m
Panna Maria z exilu
125 m
Dům U pěti hvězd
141 m
Dům U Modrého jelena
161 m
Backenhauslovský dům
156 m
Dům U Tří červených lvích hlav
180 m
Dům U Modré hvězdy
145 m
Column with statue of Saint Norbert
102 m
Socha lva na vnitřním nádvoří Strahovského kláštera
72 m
Dům U Tří žlutých růží
151 m
Dům U Hejduků
169 m
Column with statue of Ecce Homo
104 m
Kašna na terase Strahovského kláštera na Hradčanech
120 mReviews
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