Visit Prague 5: Strahov Library (Strahovská Knihovna). In this film, we leave Prague Castle behind and head further uphill to the Strahov Monastery to see the famous Strahov Library with its extensive collection of old manuscripts and books - and its richly decorated interior.
In series 2 of Outlander, the impressive library at the Strahov Monastery was used as the library at Versailles Palace.
This is a Short from my Prague mini-documentary, Visit Prague. This series of 8 short videos covers what to see, recommendations for where to go, where to eat and drink and how to get there and get around if you have just a few days to tour the Czech capital as a tourist on a short visit.
From the narration:
After leaving the Prague Castle complex, we headed up Úvoz Street to the Strahov Monastery.
By the way, if you’ve had enough of hills, there’s a tram route nearby!
The monastery was founded in the 12th century and our aim was to buy tickets and see the famous Strahov Library there.
The library houses thousands of old prints and books, including one from the 9th century and many more from the 17th and 18th centuries.
There are two splendidly decorated halls in the library.
The baroque 17th century Theological Hall contains about 18,000 theological books. The room has an ornate stucco ceiling and the frescoes date back to the 18th century.
The 18th century Philosophical Hall was constructed with walnut and contains medical, mathematical geographical and other books.
The Journey of Mankind to Wisdom was painted on the ceiling in 1794.
In the corridor between the two halls there are rare books or facsimiles on display.
There are also science collections, for example the specimens in this display cabinet.
It’s worth noting that some historic sites in Prague, including the cathedral and this library, charge a fee for taking photos.
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