Church of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, Gothic church in Chlistov, Czech Republic
The Church of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross has a rectangular layout with a three-part facade that combines classical architectural details, including Ionic capitals. The interior shows the different building phases, from its Gothic origins to its Baroque refurbishment.
The building was originally erected in 1358 as a Gothic structure, but was fundamentally reshaped in 1710 under architect Johann Baptist Rappa. This renovation transformed it into a Baroque church with classical architectural details.
The church is named after the Exaltation of the Holy Cross and holds the graves of two major patrons in its crypt who funded the Baroque renovation. Visitors can see these burial sites and understand the connection between the family and the building's transformation.
Access to the church is through a series of Stations of the Cross established in 1863 that lead up to the building. The structure requires substantial maintenance work, which visitors should keep in mind when planning their visit.
In 1970, despite deterioration and a submitted demolition request, the building was placed under heritage protection. This decision highlighted the architectural importance assigned to the structure for the region.
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