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A tour of the church of St. Nicholas and Elizabeth

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A tour of the church of St. Nicholas and Elizabeth
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Church of St. Mikuláš and Alžběta in Cheb is a Catholic parish church, and at the same time the oldest existing church in Cheb.

Church of St. Nicholas and St. Elizabeth in Cheb

The church is located on Kostelní Square, in the northeast corner of Jiřího z Poděbrad Square. It was originally built as a three-nave Romanesque basilica, but during its existence it burned down several times and was extensively rebuilt.

Church of St. Nicholas and St. Elizabeth in Cheb
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Church of St. Nicholas and St. Elizabeth in Cheb

The first written mention dates from 1239.

Church of St. Nicholas and St. Elizabeth in Cheb
Author: Libor Štěpán Dubský © gigaplaces.com
Church of St. Nicholas and St. Elizabeth in Cheb
Author: Libor Štěpán Dubský © gigaplaces.com

Church of St. Nicholas and St. Elizabeth in Cheb

Inside there are amazing stained glass windows.

Church of St. Nicholas and St. Elizabeth in Cheb

There is free access to the church. Possibility of photography. Parking directly on the square of George of Podebrady. Two hours free. It is necessary to pick up a parking ticket in the parking meter.

Church of St. Nicholas and St. Elizabeth in Cheb
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Church of St. Nicholas and St. Elizabeth in Cheb

One of the towers is accessible. Admission CZK 20 or 1 euro is included in the entry machine. There is an amazing view from the tower.

Church of St. Nicholas and St. Elizabeth in Cheb
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Church of St. Nicholas and St. Elizabeth in Cheb

Amazing view of the city of Cheb.

Church of St. Nicholas and St. Elizabeth in Cheb
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Church of St. Nicholas and St. Elizabeth in Cheb

Organ concerts are held in the temple.

Church of St. Nicholas and St. Elizabeth in Cheb
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Church of St. Nicholas and St. Elizabeth in Cheb

On the tower you can see the bells.

Church of St. Nicholas and St. Elizabeth in Cheb
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22.08.2017 20:39
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