Prague Premonstratensian Monastery Strahov (Strahovský klášter premonstrátů)
Quarter: Strahov Theme: Architecture
Prague Strahov monastery is one of the most important architectural monuments in Bohemia .
The most beautiful is the famous library. But take also a look at the unbelievable small books and the details in it.
Despite numerous transformations in style, it has retained its basic Romanesque lay-out. The former monastery was founded on the instigation of the Bishop of Olomouc J. Zdik, outstanding diplomat and politician, by King Vladislav I. of Bohemia in 1140.
Posted: Praha, Jan 6, 15:32 by Czech-man.
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