Must-See Architectural Wonders In The Czech Republic

Prague CastlePrague Castle, home to Bohemia's rulers, was renovated by architect Jože Plečnik after 1918. Notable works include a granite obelisk, a pyramid, and a 13-foot granite bowl.Tugendhat HouseMies van der Rohe designed the Tugendhat House in 1930 for Greta and Fritz Tugendhat. Built on a sloping site, its design mirrors elements from his German Pavilion in Barcelona, like travertine floors and steel columns.Palace of the Archbishop at HradcanyOriginally Renaissance, the Archbishop's Palace was later rebuilt in Baroque by Jean-Baptiste Mathey and enhanced with Rococo elements by Johann Joseph Wirch, blending elegance and history.Dancing BuildingThe Dancing Building stands out in Prague with its undulating lines, glass tower, and metal-clad second tower. Designed by Vlado Milunić and Frank Gehry, it was completed in 1996 on a former World War II bomb site.Cistercian Monastery of Novy DvurThe Novy Dvur Monastery, designed by John Pawson and completed in 2004, blends Baroque elements with modern minimalism. Built for Cistercian monks, it adheres to St. Bernard of Clairvaux's 12th-century emphasis on light and proportion.Hodek ApartmentsThe Hodek Apartments in Prague are notable for their Cubist architecture, characterised by faceted forms and dynamic balconies. Reflecting Parisian Cubism, they echo late Bohemian Gothic's diamond vaults.Villa MüllerVilla Müller in Prague features a plain exterior but a richly decorated interior with vibrant colours, luxurious materials, and modern amenities. The villa, completed in 1930, exemplifies Loos's "Raumplan" concept, with interconnected spaces and varied ceiling heights.Church Of The Sacred HeartCompleted in 1932, this church features two-thirds of its walls in dark brown brick with klinker and bright granite accents, topped by a distinctive white pediment. The 138-foot clock tower, with clear glass dials, add to its uniqueness.Church of St. John of NepomukThis white church was originally Gothic and dedicated to St. John of Nepomuk. During the Czech Counter-Reformation, architect Jan Blazej Santini-Aichel transformed it into a Baroque structure featuring a star-shaped plan.10 Tips To Save Money While Planning A Europe Trip From IndiaRead More