Basilica Virgin Mary Křtiny
Basilica Virgin Mary Křtiny, Catholic pilgrimage church in Křtiny, Czech Republic
The basilica stands 73 meters tall with a Greek cross floor plan, featuring a central dome and four symmetrical wings in Baroque architecture.
The church construction began in 1718 under architect Jan Santini Aichel and reached completion in 1771, replacing an earlier medieval structure.
The church houses a Gothic stone statue of Madonna from 1340, which attracts thousands of pilgrims during religious celebrations throughout the year.
Visitors can access guided tours of the church complex, including the underground ossuary containing historical human remains and ceremonial spaces.
The carillon system contains 27 bells weighing between 9 and 364 kilograms, making it one of the largest bell collections in Central Europe.
Location: Křtiny
Inception: 1771
Architects: Jan Santini Aichel
Architectural style: baroque architecture
Height: 73 m
Width: 35 m
Part of: Poutní areál kostela Jména Panny Marie
Website: http://pmkrtiny.cz
GPS coordinates: 49.29660,16.74270
Latest update: May 10, 2025 18:17
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