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Church of the Virgin Mary Before Tyn ( Kostel Panny Marie pred Tynem)

Staromestske namesti | Stare Mesto (Old Town), Prague, Czech Republic
As featured in 3 days in Prague
Ranked #41 of 181 attractions in Prague
4.0 of 5 stars 18 Reviews
Type: Religious Sites
Fee: No
Owner description: One of the symbols of Prague, the Church of the Virgin Mary Before Tyn is the dominant feature in the Old Town. The church was built in the 14th... more » Owner description: One of the symbols of Prague, the Church of the Virgin Mary Before Tyn is the dominant feature in the Old Town. The church was built in the 14th century and used to be a primary place of worship for foreign merchants visiting the city. « less
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Toronto, Canada
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125 reviews 125 reviews
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29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

It is located in Old Town Square. 80 meters high with two Gothic tower and topped by four small spires. It is one of the most prominent symbols of Prague Gothic architecture. This church with two towers are emblematic of teh whold city of Prague. By night, its towers seems to be dominating the entirre panorama of the Old Town.

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Bucharest
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

not to be missed and takes very little time to visit. the visiting hours are limited tough: 10.00 - can't remember and 15:00-17.00 and the entrance is free though they do encourage a donation.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

Spectacular interior and exterior. Simpler than the Cathedral but far more rewarding. Close to Old Town Square and free entry to all parts of the church.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Absolutely stunning exterior, best viewed from Old Town Square, both by day, and by the evening lights. Simply magical to lay eyes on. We attempted to visit the interior, however a mass was ongoing, so we did not. Interestingly enough, there were literally only 4 people attending this service. From what I could see, the interior seemed very dim, and... More

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Prague, Czech Republic
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012
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The old town square and Church of the Virgin Mary Before Tyn is Prague's trademark. It doesn't matter if you come and see it during daylight or at midnight... it gives you a genuine fairy-tale-like feeling

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012
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We were fortunate enought to rent an apartment just behind the Tyn Church. It is a huge, magnificent building & you can but look up at it when you are in the Old Town Square. It was our landmark to get back when we went out for the day. It is beautiful at night, go up the Town Hall Clock... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012

Well worth a visit and surprisingly quiet. Some curios relics to check out.

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Athens, Greece
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012

Very disappointed over the fact that the church was closed. It's right in the middle of old town square. Dominating towers. Very beautiful during the night.

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Melbourne, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 December 2011

On a busy weekday with tourists literally packed into Old Town Square, I was surprised to find this church was closed. Based on the signs in the window, even when it is open, pretty much everything is forbidden. The building is very impressive though – visit Old Town Square and you cannot miss it – on the opposite side to... More

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Sunndalsora, Norway
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2011

Wonderful church you cant miss it, dominate Prague senter, entrance from Old town square. The danish astronomer Tycho Brahe is buried here, why? I dont find out. Take a look at the church at nidght time - beautiful illumination.

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