Church of Saint John the Baptist and Saint John the Evangelist
Church of Saint John the Baptist and Saint John the Evangelist, Baroque church in Brno, Czech Republic
The Church of Saint John the Baptist and Saint John the Evangelist is a Baroque building in Brno, known for its elaborate interior design featuring several impressive altarpieces and richly decorated vaults. The interior displays skillful structures and ornamental elements typical of Czech Baroque architecture.
The building was constructed in the 18th century under architect Mořic Grimm as part of the Minorite monastery complex in Brno. The church developed from a combination of older Gothic foundations with later Baroque modifications and additions.
The church is dedicated to John the Baptist and John the Evangelist, names that reflect its importance to the local faith community. You can see this dedication expressed in the altars and decorations that worshippers still visit and honor today.
The building is easily accessible with multiple entrances for visitors to enter comfortably. Keep in mind that access may differ during religious services held on certain days.
The church visibly combines Gothic foundation structures from earlier periods with Baroque elements added later, revealing its layered building history. This blending of different architectural styles creates unique spatial arrangements inside that you don't find everywhere.
Location: Brno-město
Architects: Mořic Grimm
Architectural style: Czech Baroque architecture
Part of: Monastery of Minorits (Brno)
Address: Minoritská, 602 00 Brno-střed
GPS coordinates: 49.19429,16.61116
Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:07
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