Franciscan Monastery, Pilsen, Gothic monastery in Vnitřní Město district, Pilsen, Czech Republic
The Franciscan Monastery features a triple nave church with pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and a pentagonal presbytery built in the Gothic architectural style.
Founded at the end of the 13th century during the reign of King Wenceslaus II, the monastery expanded from the city ramparts in a southeastern direction.
The monastery now contains the Museum of Christian Art of the Pilsen Diocese, displaying religious artifacts and architectural elements from different periods.
Located near the Main Square, visitors can explore the monastery complex, which includes the Church of the Assumption, Chapterhouse, and Chapel of St Barbara.
The monastery's cloister contains preserved late Gothic frescoes and a chapterhouse with a stellar vault constructed in 1460.
Location: Plzeň
Location: Vnitřní Město
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
GPS coordinates: 49.74540,13.37880
Latest update: March 4, 2025 22:17
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