Rajhrad, CZ

Rajhrad Monastery

The Benedictine monastery in Rajhrad was founded according to tradition in 1045, making it the oldest monastic-type foundation in Moravia. The present monastic complex dates back to the 18th century, it was built between 1721 and 1746 according to the plans of the architect Jan Blažej Santini-Aichel; however, its project was not completed. After being dissolved in 1950, the largely devastated monastery was taken over by the Benedictine order in 1990. Its entire complex with the Church of St. Peter and Paul is protected as a cultural monument and in 2005 the library became the basis of the new Memorial of Literature in Moravia.

About this building

For more information about this building visit: https://www.cyril-methodius.cz/rajhrad/

Key Features

  • Architecture
  • Monuments
  • Interior features

Visitors information

  • Bus stop within 100m

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The Synagogue was built in 1652 in baroque style. It was closed by the Nazis in 1940, and was restored in 1994. Today it houses an exhibition hall and Jewish artefacts. Inside the synagogue, you will observe arcades and Hebrew writings on the wall.

Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul

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