If you are looking for a quiet moment in a busy city, visit some of Prague’s sacred places. Discover Gothic cathedrals, Baroque monasteries, and Jewish synagogues – each with its own architectural style and spiritual atmosphere.
Sacred Prague
Churches, monasteries and holy landmarks
HIGHLIGHTS
- Historic churches and sacred landmarks
- Gothic cathedrals and Baroque monasteries
- St. Vitus Cathedral and Prague Castle
- Jewish synagogues and heritage
Prague Loreto, a Baroque pilgrimage site near Prague Castle, offers beautiful interiors and a peaceful setting. St. Peter and Paul’s Basilica in Vyšehrad combines Gothic and Art Nouveau styles, while the Church of Our Lady Victorious is known for the famous statue of the Infant Jesus.
St. Vitus Cathedral, the most important church in Prague and a symbol of the Czech nation, is a must-see. Prague’s Jewish heritage is also remarkable, with several historic synagogues, including the Old-New Synagogue, one of the oldest in Europe, and the Spanish Synagogue, known for its richly decorated interior inspired by the Alhambra.