{"id":318484,"date":"2024-07-13T10:17:37","date_gmt":"2024-07-13T08:17:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/?post_type=news&p=318484"},"modified":"2024-07-13T10:17:37","modified_gmt":"2024-07-13T08:17:37","slug":"pragues-sacred-spaces-for-secular-visitors","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/news\/pragues-sacred-spaces-for-secular-visitors\/","title":{"rendered":"Prague’s Sacred Spaces for Secular Visitors"},"content":{"rendered":"

A significant increase in non-religious tourists visiting Prague’s churches, cathedrals, and monasteries is being observed this summer. The trend, which began in early June, is expected to continue through September. This shift is happening due to a growing interest in cultural heritage and architecture among travellers, as well as efforts by religious sites to become more welcoming to all visitors.<\/p>\n

Father Jakub Novak, spokesperson for the Prague Archdiocese, explains, “We’re seeing more people who aren’t here to pray, but to learn and admire. It’s a chance to share our history and beauty with the world.”<\/p>\n

The Loreta, a baroque pilgrimage site in Prague’s Hradcany district, has seen visitor numbers double compared to last year. Its curator, Marie Svobodova, notes, “Many guests are surprised by the Santa Casa replica and our diamond monstrance. We’ve added more English signs to help explain our treasures.”<\/p>\n

Strahov Monastery, known for its libraries and brewery, has also adapted. Brother Tomas, the monastery’s tour guide, says, “We now offer special ‘behind the scenes’ tours. Visitors can see how monks lived centuries ago and how we live today.”<\/p>\n

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