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Olšanské hřbitovy: Díla architektů slavných staveb
Olšan cemeteries: Works of architects of famous buildings
Location: Church of Saint Roch, Prague 3
Tickets: 220 CZK · Get tickets
About event
A commented walk by the participants using the example of eight tombs will convince you that great architects do not refuse small tasks.
The Olšan cemetery is a remarkable and somewhat mysterious area in the middle of a busy city. However, they are not only a resting place for those who have left us, or a green oasis for beautiful walks. They are also an "open air gallery". It contains the works of the architects of the St. Vitus Cathedral, the National Theatre, the Municipal House, but also artists who could not create a similar landmark in the metropolis due to the adversity of the totalitarian regime. Carefully selected examples will take you through two centuries and present eight different architectural styles...
Practical information:
- Meeting point: in front of the church of St. Rocha (near Olšanského náměstí), Prague 3
- Guides: Kateřina Lopatová & Dana Schlaichertová – art historians and authors of the Architectural Manual of Prague Cemeteries with many years of experience leading walks (guide license)
- Length: approx. 1.5 hours, route approx. 1.2 km
- End: near the main cemetery gate at Vinohradská street
- Children under 12 free