Kupole kostela Sv. Michala / Domes of the St. Michael's Church - Olomouc (Central Moravia)
N 49° 35.628 E 017° 15.260
33U E 662911 N 5495910
Early Baroque Church of St.Michael (kostel Sv. Michala), one of landmarks of Olomouc historic centre, is characterised by its three domes symbolizing the Holy Trinity.
Waymark Code: WMH0FZ
Location: Olomoucký kraj, Czechia
Date Posted: 05/02/2013
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Early Baroque Church of St.Michael (kostel Sv. Michala), one of landmarks of Olomouc historic centre, is characterised by its three domes symbolizing the Holy Trinity. Bottom side of all three domes with 12 m diameter is covered by beautiful Baroque frescos.
Over central dome is octagonal lantern with dove, representing the Holy Spirit. Under the lantern are frescoes depicting The Annunciation, The Shepherds Bowing, Three Magi in Jerusalem, Twelwe years old Christ in the Temple, Christ's Baptism, The Resurrection and Christ the King.
Regardless Baroque facade, copulas and interior, the core of the Church of St. Michael (Kostel Sv. Michala) in Olomouc historic centre is very old medieval structure from the 13th century.