Chapel of Saint John of Nepomuk, Baroque chapel on Červená hora, Czech Republic
The Chapel of Saint John of Nepomuk is a Baroque building on Červená hora distinguished by its circular shape. Its interior holds several altars decorated with ornate stucco work and religious sculptures.
Construction began in 1719 after the Catholic Church recognized the preserved tongue of the saint as a sacred relic. This religious veneration led to the building of this monument in its prominent hillside location.
The chapel honours Saint John of Nepomuk, a figure of deep meaning in Bohemian folk religion. Today visitors can see how devotion to this saint shaped the building's form and decoration.
The chapel is accessible via marked hiking trails on Červená hora starting from Budišov. The hilltop location means access varies depending on weather conditions and the season.
The design reflects the influence of architect Jan Santini Aichel, who merged Baroque and Gothic into a distinctive style. The geometric forms follow deliberate symbolism connected to the saint's veneration.
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