Step into the Pantheon of the National Museum, a visually stunning ceremonial hall that embodies Czech cultural and scientific heritage. This grand interior, designed by Josef Schulz, showcases an impressive collection of busts, statues, monumental lunettes, and historical paintings. Visitors can experience a profound artistic and historical journey through this beautifully restored space dedicated to national luminaries.
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Explore the Pantheon of the National Museum, one of the most beautiful halls in the Czech Republic. This ceremonial space features stunning architectural and artistic design, including a portrait gallery of busts and statues of significant Czech cultural and scientific figures, as well as monumental lunettes and paintings.
The Pantheon of the National Museum, designed by architect Josef Schulz in 1890, is an architecturally sublime ceremonial hall. Its interior is richly decorated with wall art, portals, and tiles, and it houses a significant portrait gallery featuring 54 bronze statues and busts, along with two marble busts of Emperor Franz Joseph I and Empress Elisabeth. The vaulted ceilings display monumental lunettes by František Ženíšek and paintings by Vojtěch Hynais, depicting themes of Czech history and culture. The glass-painted dome, recently restored, centers on the figure of Bohemia. Originally conceived for ceremonial gatherings and as a departure point for funeral processions of national figures, the Pantheon remains a central and impressive space within the National Museum.
Access to the Pantheon of the National Museum is included with a ticket valid for the entire Museum Complex. Tickets can be purchased online, via the mobile app, at self-service ticket machines, or at the box office. Please note that entry may be temporarily suspended due to building capacity, especially on weekends and holidays.
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