This church from 1932 is one of Prague’s most original pieces of 20th-century architecture. It’s the work of Jože Plečnik, a Slovene architect who also worked on Prague Castle. The church is inspired by Egyptian temples and early Christian basilicas. It’s usually only open to the public during Mass.
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Church of the Most Sacred Heart of Our Lord
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