Rotunda of Saint Pantaleon

The stone walls of this circular church stand as remains above the Chapel of Saint Anne, featuring characteristics of medieval religious architecture.

Built during the first half of the 12th century, this rotunda could accommodate 200 people, making it the largest structure of its type in Bohemia and Moravia.

The dedication to Saint Pantaleon, a patron of health professionals, came from Bishop Jindřich Zdík after recovering from a severe illness in the 12th century.

The church ruins maintain their original position at coordinates 49.325833N, 17.029722E, accessible through marked paths in the Pustiměř municipality.

The structure served as a monastery church in 1340 before its deconsecration during Josephinian reforms, leading to the dismantling of its walls around 1821.

Location: Pustiměř

Inception: 12 century

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

GPS coordinates: 49.32583,17.02972

Latest update: April 6, 2025 02:34