Church of Saint James the Greater

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Church of Saint James the Greater, Romanesque church in Jakub Církvice, Czech Republic

The Church of Saint James the Greater stands with stone walls, featuring a Baroque tower positioned along the axis of the presbytery.

The Cistercian monks established this religious structure between 1148 and 1165, making it one of the earliest Romanesque buildings in the region.

The interior contains preserved medieval elements, including a notable tombstone of Ladislav of Sternberg dating from 1566.

The church remains open for religious services and accepts visitors through appointments made with the Museum of Saint John of Nepomuk.

The building underwent modifications in multiple architectural periods, from Gothic enhancements in the 13th century to Neo-Gothic changes in 1875.

Location: Jakub (Církvice)

Inception: 1165

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

GPS coordinates: 49.95231,15.33728

Latest update: March 6, 2025 18:15

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