Sunday, 11 May 2008

The musical church

The Loretto complex was built around the 'Casa Santa' in the 17th century, and has been the place of pilgrimage ever since.


The large bell-tower contains the diamond carillon of 27 bells, aka the Prague Sun, weighing over 12 kilos and embellished with more than 6,000 diamonds.

Address: Loreta, Loretanske namesti 7.

Directions: Castle Hill (Hradcany), 5min west from Prague Castle.

Website: http://www.prague.net/the-loreto

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