Church of Saint Francis of Assisi, Baroque church near Charles Bridge in Old Town, Czech Republic
The Church of Saint Francis of Assisi is a Baroque church in the Old Town near Charles Bridge. Its interior features a large dome decorated with frescoes showing the Last Judgment and colored marble walls patterned with intricate designs throughout.
The original structure was established in 1252 and was connected to the nearby Monastery of the Knights of the Cross with the Red Star, a male religious order originating from Bohemia. The building was later rebuilt and received its current Baroque appearance.
The church occupies Křížovnické Square where its imposing facade shapes how visitors experience the space around it. People notice the blend of Baroque curves and Classical stone details that give the building a distinctive character compared to other religious structures nearby.
The interior is relatively dark so visitors should allow time to adjust to the light before exploring all the details. Regular organ concerts held in late afternoon hours offer a good way to experience the space in a special setting.
Beneath the current Baroque structure lie foundations and sections of the original Gothic building from the 13th century that remain visible in the crypt below. These hidden layers reveal the many transformations the building underwent across the centuries.
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