Bazilika Sv. Jiří - barokní průčelí's by basia

Prague - Czech Republic, Hlavni Mesto Praha St. George's Basilica is the oldest church building within Prague Castle. The basilica was founded by Vratislaus I of Bohemia in 920. It was then enlarged in 973 with the addition of the Benedictine St. George's Convent. It was rebuilt following a major fire in 1142. The Baroque facade dates from the late 17th century. A gothic style chapel dedicated to Ludmila of Bohemia holds the tomb of the saint. Also buried in the basilica are Vratislav and Boleslaus II of Bohemia.

Uploaded: Jan, 15 2009 | Taken: May, 01 2006| Viewed: 61 times  | 1 vote Camera: NIKON | Model: E3100 | Exposure 10/3156s, ISO 100 | FLength: 5mm | SW: E3100v1.2

krisek - Jan, 15 2009 05:01pm Basia, great clarity!