Klementinum | Prohlídky Barokní knihovna a Astronomická věž
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"The Clementinum complex, a former Jesuit college, is the second largest complex of buildings in Prague (right after the Prague Castle) with one of the buildings being the seat of the Czech National Library. The National Library is home to the most sacred manuscripts and all books published since 1807 on Czech land.
The Clementinum hosts many amazing sites, you can explore the Baroque library hall, Meridian hall, and the Astronomical tower during a guided tour of the complex.
📍 Location
This large complex is located on the Old Town side of the Charles Bridge, right in the center of Prague. The nearest access is from Mariánské square, therefore the perfect next stop right after the book tower.
👌 Extra
Tour tickets are best bought online. They have a special morning discount: 50% discount on the entrance fee every day for the first hour after opening.
The newest 2023 addition is a "Baroque Tour"
The Prague City Tourism company, in cooperation with the National Library of the Czech Republic, has released a new Baroque tour of the Clementinum premises beginning April 1st, 2023. On this new tour, you can explore the unique baroque spaces of the building, otherwise inaccessible to the public, with a qualified guide. This tour includes a visit oto the Baroque Library.
😎 Vibe
Library, quiet, historical
Nearby
➕ Old Town Square
➕ Astronomical Clock
➕ Book Tower "
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"The Clementinum, a former Jesuit college, is an extensive complex of Baroque buildings near Charles Bridge in the Old Town of Prague. After Prague Castle, the Clementinum is the second largest architectural complex in Prague. It houses the National Library of the Czech Republic.
The Clementinum has historical significance for the development of sciences, particularly mathematics, astronomy, and meteorology. "
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