Historic Christian Sites

This collection highlights ten significant religious sites in the Zlínský kraj region, including churches, chapels, and monasteries that reflect the area's Christian heritage. The list features notable architectural styles, from historic basilicas and monasteries to replicas of medieval churches and war memorial chapels, illustrating diverse cultural and religious influences.

Historic Christian Sites — Harita

A

Evangelický toleranční kostel

Erected under the toleration laws, this church reflects 18th-century religious reforms and regional Protestant heritage.

palickap / CC BY 3.0

B

Bazilika Nanebevzetí Panny Marie

Part of the Velehrad Monastery complex, this basilica is a major pilgrimage site dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and Saints Cyril and Methodius.

Lukáš Nevosád / CC-BY-SA

C

replika kostela - Sv. Jan Křtitel

A beautifully executed replica of a historical church.

palickap / CC BY 3.0

D

kaple sv. Rocha

A small chapel dedicated to Saint Roch, traditionally invoked against plagues.

Palickap / CC BY 3.0

E

Kostel Zvěstování Panny Marie

A Christian place of worship dedicated to the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary.

Manka / CC-BY-SA-3.0

F

sv. Františka Xaverského

Roman Catholic church honoring Saint Francis Xavier, reflecting Baroque influences.

G

Pamětní kaple padlým

Chapel serving as a memorial to fallen soldiers, combining religious and commemorative functions.

Palickap / CC BY-SA 3.0

H

Dominikánský klášter

Dominican monastery preserving monastic traditions and Christian worship.

Lukas Nevosad / CC-BY-SA

I

sv. Ducha

Completed church known as the Church of the Holy Spirit in Staré Město near Uherské Hradiště.

J

svatý Václav

Roman Catholic church located in Sazovice, dedicated to Saint Wenceslas.