Krtiny - Church of The Birth of the Virgin at Krtiny Attractions
This pleasant village of Krtiny is known primarily for the white church on the hill called the Birth of the virgin at Krtiny. Religious pilgrims from around the world have come hear over the centuries to visit the 15th Century statue of the benevolent virgin.
The Birth of the Virgin at Krtiny Church is of Baroque styling and was built in the first half of the 18th Century. The plans for the church and the large dome were created by the baroque architect Giovani B. Santini.
The interior of the church remains intact from the days when it was built. Of note are murals by Johann J. Etgens along with the painting on the high alter by Joseph Winterhalder. Also worth a look are the carved wooden ornaments by Andreas Schweigl and the Stations of the Cross by Jesuit painter Ignaz Raab.
The Birth of the Virgin at Krtiny Church is of Baroque styling and was built in the first half of the 18th Century. The plans for the church and the large dome were created by the baroque architect Giovani B. Santini.
The interior of the church remains intact from the days when it was built. Of note are murals by Johann J. Etgens along with the painting on the high alter by Joseph Winterhalder. Also worth a look are the carved wooden ornaments by Andreas Schweigl and the Stations of the Cross by Jesuit painter Ignaz Raab.
