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St. Vitus Cathedral

The façade of St. Vitus Cathedral at Prague Castle is a stunning example of Gothic architecture, rich in detail and verticality. Dominated by two soaring towers, the western façade features intricate stone tracery, pointed arches, and a large rose window above the central portal. The portal itself is richly decorated with sculpted tympanums depicting biblical scenes, flanked by tall niches housing statues of saints. Flying buttresses and ornate pinnacles enhance the dramatic upward thrust of the structure, emphasizing its sacred grandeur..

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Uploaded on July 9, 2025
Taken on April 2, 2023