St. Nicolas Church (Malá Strana)

Saint Nicholas Church of Malá Strana, in Prague

Saint Nicholas Church of Malá Strana is a masterpiece of baroque, whose dome and bell tower dominate the district. The Prague audio-guided tour stops here, with respect, to evoke this sumptuous sanctuary, a jewel of Prague baroque art.

The masterpiece of Prague baroque

Saint Nicholas Church of Malá Strana is considered one of the finest baroque buildings of Prague, even of Central Europe. Built in the eighteenth century, it dominates the Malá Strana square with its imposing green dome and its high bell tower, which mark the silhouette of the district. Its interior, of spectacular richness, deploys monumental frescoes, marbles, gilding, statues and a famous organ, in a theatrical staging typical of baroque. A major sanctuary of the town, Saint Nicholas Church is discovered with respect, in the dazzlement of its decor and the solemnity of its nave.

What to see

You admire, with respect, the imposing green dome and the high bell tower that dominate Malá Strana, and the interior of spectacular richness, with monumental frescoes, marbles, gilding and a famous organ. Saint Nicholas Church is a masterpiece of Prague baroque. It is a major stop to be discovered with respect.

Practical information

Saint Nicholas Church lies on the Malá Strana square, in Prague, reachable on foot. A place of worship and a heritage jewel, it can be visited with respect; access follows its own hours and conditions, which vary. It is best to check them before coming and to respect the sacred character of the place.

Why is Saint Nicholas Church of Malá Strana famous?

It is one of the finest baroque buildings of Prague and Central Europe, with its imposing green dome and its spectacular interior adorned with frescoes, marbles and gilding, which dominates Malá Strana.

Where is Saint Nicholas Church of Malá Strana?

On the Malá Strana square, in Prague, in the Czech Republic.