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St Martin's Rotunda is probably the oldest surviving rotunda in Prague. It was built in Romanesque style around 1100. During Hussite Wars, in 1420 the rotunda was damaged and looted, and in 1523 suffered a fire. During Thirty Years' War it was used as gunpowder store. In early 18th century it was repaired, but only to be severely damaged by the Prussian bombardment of Prague in 1757. In 1780s rotunda was closed by Joseph II, serving until 1850 as a storeroom and later a house for the needy. Its present appearance is result of restorations undertaken from 1878 to 1880 to plans by the architect Antonin Baum. Pseudo-Romanesque portal on the south side of rotunda dates to these restorations. The last major repairs of rotunda were made in 1991.
St Martin's Rotunda is occasionally used as burial chapel nowadays. Leave a Comment Directions: St Martin's Rotunda is located in Vysehrad hill, near the Leopold Gate.
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The four monumentel sculptures of the mythological figures of Czech history, artwork of Josef Vaclav Myslbek are located in the park near Church of St Peter and St Paul. The sculptures were created in the period between 1881 and 1895, after the competition organized by Prague Municipality in 1881, for decorations to stand on Palackeho most – Palacky Bridge. They were at their supposed location – at the two ends of the bridge until 1947 when they had been transferred to Vysehrad as the bridge had been reconstructed and enlarged (during the air raid on Prague in March 14th 1945 the bridge and the statues had been severely damaged).
The best known of all four statues – "Premysl & Libuse" is copy carved in 1970. The others are "Slavoj & Zaboj", "Ctirad & Sarka" and "Lumir & Pisen". Leave a Comment
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One afternoon we went strolling down to the Botanical Gardens which were most enjoyable, we then decided to continue our walk and soon saw the sign to Vysehrad Citadel. After 20 minutes we reached the Citadel which was founded in the 10th century and joined another couple to walk the steep hill to the citadel entrance, our new friend gave us the history of this huge fortress with its very high walls on one side and the extremely high rocky crag rising from the Vltava River. In the old days it housed a small city , but now it has become mostly parklands , retaining many historic buildings, the St Peter & Paul church, Slavin cemetry with magnificent headstones, a very old building from the 12th century which now is the Gallery. There is also an official residence in the centre, i cannot remember who resides there.The fortress walls are worth admiring and a good vantage point for viewing the river and city and taking beautiful photos. Well worth a visit. Leave a Comment Address: Take metro to Vysehrah stationDirections: Metro C station Vysehrad.
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The twin spires of the Cathedral of Ss Peter & Paul are an impressive site that can be seen from some distance away. The church was originally built in the 19th century but had to be rebuilt in the 20th century after suffering fire damage.
Open daily except Tuesdays, 9am - noon and 1pm-5pm.
Entrance: Adults 10 Czk, Children 5 Czk. Leave a Comment Address: In the grounds of VysehradPhone: +420(0)2 2491 1353Directions: Metro C station Vysehrad.
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 by swetluska
Opened daily 9:00 - 17:00 Leave a Comment Directions: Metro C station Vysehrad.
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 R.I.P. by BigsLeave a Comment Address: VysehradDirections: Metro C station Vysehrad or Tram 14,24 from Vaclavske Namesti
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To the south of the new town is Vysehard, with its fortress. This is a place of mystery and where Premsyl Vratislav II, the first Bohemian King built a new palace to get away from his younger who lived in the Hrad. It did not last long and within 50 years the royal family had moved back to Hradcany. What remains today are the ramparts of a later fortress that encompass a park that contains a number of interesting places to visit including the Church of Sts Peter & Paul, Vysehard Cemetery and the Rotunda of St Martin. The forts ramparts give excellent views of the River Vltava, but unlike me try not to choose a misty day. Leave a Comment
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The Church of SS Peter and Paul (Kostel sv petra a pavla) is a must see while exploring Prague's Vysehrad citadel.
For only 30 Kc you can explore this crazy church - completely decorated in Art Nouveau. I probably just stood staring at the ceiling for close to fifteen min. Its like nothing I had ever seen before.
The twin steeples can be seen clear across the Prague skyline, and make it a wonderful addition to your exploration of the 100 spires of Prague. Leave a Comment Address: K rotunde 10Phone: 249 113 353Directions: Metro C station Vysehrad.Website: www.praha-vysehrad.cz Other Contact: info@praha-vysehrad.cz
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 by Carmela71
Walk along the terraces to have a good view of Prague, you can visit also for just a few crowns the foundations of the Basilica of St Lawrence, see the statues along the park, and just next to the church the cemetery where some famous people are buried.
The snow and emptiness gave it an special look, I am sure I would have not feel the same if I had seen on a sunny day full of tourists.
We go off of underground “Vysehrad” we will see Corinthia Towers hotel at our left, but we take the exit at the righ in direction to the castle.
Walk along the terrace till Bucance street, till Tabor Gate. From here follow Pevnoski street till the entrance to the fortifications at Leopold gate.
It is very well signed, so no worries : -)
Leave a Comment Directions: Metro C station Vysehrad.
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 by Travelchili
The main attraction is the famous Church of St. Peter and Paul. It is situated on the top of a hill and you can easily spot it from the Castle area.
This picture is taken from one of the decorations by the front entrance to this church. Leave a Comment Directions: Metro line C -- get off at Vysehrad
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