kostel svatého Josefa ve Fulneku Monastery church

Welcome to this historic place, which is a great monument to the spiritual past. You are standing in front of the church of St. Joseph in Fulnek, a former Roman Catholic temple that boasts a quiet and noble environment on the hill north of the city centre. Look up and you'll see the only ship of the temple with a typical triangle shield, which is a characteristic of the architecture of the Capuchin Order. This passable shield will welcome you and invite you to explore this peaceful place.

Let's move on to the past to understand how this temple came to be. In 1674 the base stone of the Capuchin monastery was laid and two years later, the first service in the priesthood space could take place. In 1683 the temple was consecrated, which meant its official introduction into the service of the church and community. But even this monastery site was not immune to time trials - it was burned down in 1695, which represents one of the many challenges that the temple and its inhabitants had to overcome. Until 2003, when the Moravian-Silesian Region acquired and began repairs to the church, this historic place was abandoned.

Now pay attention to the architecture. Note the simplicity of the structure of the tower-free temple, which is typical of the Capuchin tradition, which highlights modesty and focus on spiritual aspects. Although we are not able to name architects, their work has remained in these walls and it is an opportunity to see the unique architectural stylization.

Although we are unable to mention the particular historical personalities associated with this monument, their spiritual and social impact is felt in every stone of this temple. The Capuchin Order was dedicated to the services of the people and the church was the center for prayer, teaching and restoration of faith.

The interesting thing is that even after thousands of years of change and time trials, the temple of St. Joseph in Fulnek stands as a testament to determination and faith. It's a local monument that reminds us of the importance of preserving history for future generations.

We advise you to submit this church to careful examination. You look at its structure, you cook up the atmosphere and maybe even think about the many lives that were going through here. As you continue to walk the surrounding streets of Fulneka share your impressions and discover other hidden spells of this beautiful city.

Thank you for your visit. May every moment be in this historic place filled with discoveries and understanding of its rich past.