Basilica of the Assumption

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Basilica of the Assumption, Minor basilica at Strahov Monastery, Prague, Czech Republic

The Basilica of the Assumption combines Romanesque architecture with Gothic transept and Renaissance towers, featuring numerous side altars within its grand interior.

Construction began in the third quarter of the 12th century, with Gothic reconstruction from 1258 to 1263, followed by Baroque modifications between 1742 and 1758.

The basilica displays frescoes depicting scenes from Saint Norbert's life and the Virgin Mary, painted by Vilém Neuenherz around 1743.

The basilica maintains regular visiting hours and stands at the Strahov Monastery complex, positioned at coordinates 50.086482, 14.389269.

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart performed on the original organ of this church in 1787, though the instrument was later replaced after 1900.

Location: Prague

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Part of: Strahov Monastery

Address: Hradčany, Strahovské nádvoří Praha 1-Strahov

Website: http://strahovskyklaster.cz

GPS coordinates: 50.08648,14.38927

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:19

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