Klášter dam Srdce Ježíšova Sacré Coeur, Religious monastery in Smíchov, Czech Republic.
The monastery is a neoclassical building with a church featuring a square tower and gabled roof on Holecekova street in Smichov. The complex includes several chapels arranged around the main structure, displaying the formal architectural style typical of 19th-century religious buildings.
The monastery was founded in 1872 when French nuns from the Dames du Sacré Coeur congregation purchased a villa from Count Clary on the southern Petrin slopes. Construction of the church with its distinctive features took place during this period, establishing it as a religious center.
The church was a place of spiritual practice and remains one in different forms today. Now it opens for various gatherings and events, blending its sacred origins with contemporary community use.
The complex is open today for various events including weddings, auctions, and fashion shows, making it an active venue. Visitors should check ahead about scheduled events, as access depends on what is happening at the time of visit.
The empress Maria Anna donated relics of the Roman martyr Flavia Victoria to the church, which remain in the main altar today. This historical gift gives the site a special spiritual significance that visitors often overlook.
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