 |
| The guards pass by on their way to "the changing ceremony." |
 |
| Beautiful and ornate front. |
 |
| The front sign with many translations. They are ready for tourists! |
 |
| The windows were just beautiful and I've selected a few of the photographs to show the different works. |
 |
| The floor looks like it has been updated. |
 |
| This window is my absolute "trip favorite." The following photographs zoom in on several areas so that you can see the detail work and the beautiful colors. |
 |
| Of course, I need to show you the organ and all of the pipes. No one was playing it while we were there. |
 |
| Statues |
 |
| Gold gates for the private areas. (paint or real, I'm not sure) |
 |
| The woodwork was incredible. |
 |
| Comfy cushioned pews. |
 |
| There were several paintings but the artists were listed in the area. |
 |
| More stained glass windows. |
 |
| The high ceilings were painted with scenes. |
 |
| The rest of the photos are quick ones that I took as we finished our tour. I did not want to be left behind, so I had to keep moving. |
 |
| The tomb of John of Nepomuk inside the cathedral (wikipedia) |
 |
| The Chapel of St. Wenceslas. Relics of the saint are kept in here. The public did not have access but could see through the doorways. It was hard to photograph. To add to the mystery, a small door with seven locks leads to the Crown Chamber containing the Bohemian Coronation Jewels. Seven people with a unique key need to get together to open the door. |
 |
| Another view of the exterior |
 |
| I haven't seen the window covering painted like this in any of the other churches. You think "I've seen one church, I've seen them all." I beg to differ. Each one has had something unique to offer. |
LINKS
Click here for widipedia info on St. Vitus Cathedral
1 comment:
This really is a stunning church with beautiful stained glass windows.
Post a Comment