Chapel of St. Catherine, Gothic castle chapel in Karlštejn, Czech Republic
The Chapel of St. Catherine stands within the Marian Tower of Karlštejn Castle, featuring medieval architectural elements and religious artwork throughout its interior space.
King Charles IV incorporated the chapel into Karlštejn Castle during its construction in 1348, establishing it as a sacred space for protecting imperial treasures and religious artifacts.
The chapel represents the fusion of Gothic architectural traditions with religious symbolism, demonstrated through its structural design and decorative elements.
Visitors can access the Chapel of St. Catherine through guided tours of Karlštejn Castle, located 16 kilometers southwest of Prague in the Central Bohemian Region.
The geographical position of the chapel at latitude 49.93937 and longitude 14.18834 places it at one of the highest points within the castle complex.
Location: Karlštejn
Part of: Marian Tower
GPS coordinates: 49.93937,14.18834
Latest update: March 5, 2025 14:26
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