Břevnov Monastery [Benedictine Archabbey]

Established in 992-993 by the Bishop of Prague, Vojtěch, and the Bohemian Prince, Boleslav II, Brevnov Monastery is the oldest Benedictine monastery in the Czech Republic. The former wooden monastery underwent Roman then Gothic renovation and became an important religious, cultural and economic institution for the Czech kingdom. During the Hussite wars it was burned down, but 200 years later, it was crafted into its present Baroque form. The large monastery complex contains the Basilica of St. Markety, the terrace garden, the Vojtěška spring and St. Joseph's Chapel. Tram N°8, 22 to Břevnovský klášter.

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Praha 6, Markétská 1