Saint Wenceslas Chapel, Gothic sepulchral chapel in Prague Castle, Czech Republic
The Saint Wenceslas Chapel features walls decorated with over 1,300 Bohemian gems set in gold joints and extensive Gothic frescoes depicting biblical scenes.
Built by Charles IV in the 14th century, the chapel stands on the site of a former Romanesque rotunda where Saint Wenceslas was buried in 929.
The chapel maintains the remains of Saint Wenceslas, the patron saint of Czech lands, who was murdered by his brother while heading to morning mass.
Visitors can access the chapel through Prague Castle's paid admission tickets, with entrance fees ranging from 300 to 950 Czech crowns.
The chapel connects to a hidden Crown Chamber containing the Czech Crown Jewels, including the Crown of Saint Wenceslas, through a locked southwestern door.
Location: Prague 1
Location: Hradčany
Architectural style: Gothic art
Part of: St. Vitus Cathedral
GPS coordinates: 50.09090,14.40100
Latest update: May 13, 2025 10:51
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