Hejnice: Church of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary

The Church of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary (incorrectly referred to as a basilica) is an important monument and place of pilgrimage. Thanks to him, the village of Hejnice earned the Czech nickname "Mariazell". It is a baroque building with a pair of towers in the front. From above, the ground plan of the cross is striking. It is 50 meters long and 37 meters wide. The dome is located at a height of 35 meters. The interior impresses with a statue of the Virgin Mary in a gilded cabinet. Because of its…