Saints Peter and Paul Rotunda

Starý Plzenec, Czech Republic

Pre-Romanesque Rotunda of Saints Peter and Paul dates from the late 10th century and is the oldest preserved sacral structure in Czech Republic. The first mention of the rotunda dates from 976. It collapsed in the 15th century, but was restored later. Inside the rotunda there is an exhibition of archaeological finds.

Address

Podhradní, Starý Plzenec, Czech Republic

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Details

Founded: 10th century
Category: Religious sites in Czech Republic

More Information

www.visitpilsen.eu

Rating

4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Donna Leffel (2 years ago)
Nice walk from the center of town. Lovely views

Vaida Medišauskaitė (4 years ago)
Quit and peaceful place if you want a nice time from the town

David S. K. Muessle (4 years ago)
Nice sacral rotunda, unfortunately it is closed and cannot be visited. Nice view above the surrounding landscape, village below and the castle on the hill on the opposite mountain side. The information boards put there give explanations in Czech, English and even German. Very positively surprised by that fact. Wouldn't have visited though if I knew that one can't enter. Only recommend going up there if you enjoy a nice view ;)

Оксана Балахонкина (4 years ago)
I am impressed! Even in Engl, German and Rus languages!

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