Kostel svatého Prokopa (Žiželice) Church
The church of St. Prokopa, together with a memorable lustre, forms the dominant part of the village Žiželice and serves as a parish temple of the Roman Catholic parish. Around it there is a abolished cemetery with statues that resemble the longer history of the place.
The beginnings of the church date back to the 13th century, when it was built by local nobles as a wooden building, at which time the village was owned by Dětoch z Třebelovice and Hradištka. The fundamental transformation of the church came in 1347, when it acquired the local estate Petr z Rožmberka. He had the wooden temple rebuilt into a stone church in approximately the present available. The construction then required further modifications - evident from 1712. The big test was the fire of 1830, after which the church threatened to be beaten out. The tower had to wait longer - its upper floor was not built until 1959. The importance of the construction is evidenced by its registration in the Central List of Real Estate Cultural Monuments in 1986.
Architecturally, it is a one-boat church with a rectangular plan with a five-hip closed with a presbytery and rectangular sacristy on the north side. The dominance of the facade is the prism tower. The presbytery is provided from the outside with gothic support pillars that indicate that it should or should have had a vault. The masonry presbytery breaks tall narrow windows without circles in a gothic spirit. The ground floor of the tower also retains a Gothic character. In the north wall of the ship is preserved a damaged saddle portal. In the ship and presbytery, flat ceilings from the 19th century with ceiling paintings of the same period prevail. The western part of the ship recaptures the crust on two columns.
The fateful fire in 1830 destroyed the original early Baroque equipment from 1681, and the church had to be provided with new equipment in a neo-Baroque style. The main altar became the work of Joseph Richtery and carries the painting of the Holy Prokop by I. Rause. St. Anne's side altar by A. Kintzlera from Chlumce nad Cidlinou is based in 1835. The preacher's office, probably also from Richtery, dates back to 1829. In the presbytery there is a romantic picture of the meeting of St. Prokop and Prince Oldřich, the Empire Baptist and the oak bench with the city emblem Žiželice. In the tower there are two bells carried over in 1798 from neighboring Končice and a small bell from the original assembly. The organ on the circle dates back to 1888 from Prague organist Karl Schiffner. Special attention should be paid to the late Gothic so-called "Žizelická monstránka" from 1510, which comes from this church and is now situated in the property of the parish office, deposited on the bishop in Hradec Králové.
Then and now
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Historical milestones
- 1347
- Contract for reconstruction of the church by Petr from Rožmberk, the creation of a contemporary stone building.
- 1510
- Production of the late Gothic Žiželice monstránka, which is still stored in Hradec Králové.
- 1798
- Carrying two of the bells from Končice to the church.
- 1986
- Writing the church into the Central List of Real Cultural Monuments.
Architectural development
Originally a Gothic church from the turn of the 13th and 14th centuries was rebuilt by Petr from Rožmberk in the present available - a single boat with a five-sided presbytery and a tower in the western facade. The masonry of the presbytery and the tower is Gothic, with supporting pillars and high narrow windows. In the 18th century there was a Baroque reconstruction of the interior, after the fire in 1830 the church was newly equipped. In the 19th century, flat ceilings with ceiling paintings and a circle were added. The tower was not completed until 1959.
Historical events
- 1347
- Petr z Rožmberka had the church rebuilt from wooden to stone building in the present available.
- 1712
- Baroque interior reconstruction performed.
- 1830
- The dramatic fire destroyed the church's original equipment, followed by a neo-Baroque reconstruction.
- 1959
- Top floor of the tower built.
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Parish Žiželice
Points of interest
- The church of St. Prokop was originally a wooden building from the 13th century, which was built by local nobles at the time when Žiželice belonged to Dětoch z Třebelovice and Hradištka.
- In 1347 Petr z Rožmberka had the wooden church rebuilt into a stone building in the present available.
- The church tower won its upper floor in 1959, while the rest of the building was completed earlier.
- The church survived the fire in 1830, in which it destroyed the original early Baroque equipment from 1681.
- The church comes from a late Gothic Žizelická monstránka from 1510, which is now situated in the property of the bishop in Hradec Králové.
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The Church of Saint Prokop together with a remarkable small-leaved linden tree form the landmarks of Žiželic. It is the parish church of the local Roman Catholic parish. It is surrounded by a closed cemetery with several sculptures.
The origins of the church date back to the thirteenth century, when the village belonged to Dětocha of Třebelovic and Hradištka. At that time there stood a wooden church here. In the year 1347, Petr of Rožmberk acquired the local estate and had the church rebuilt in stone to approximately its present form. Further modifications came in the year 1712 and then after a fire in the year 1830. The upper floor of the tower was completed only in the year 1959. The church has been a cultural monument since the year 1986.
It is a single-nave building with a rectangular floor plan and a presbytery closed off with five sides. On its northern side stands a rectangular sacristy, and in the western façade stands a prismatic tower. The Gothic buttresses of the presbytery suggest that this part was meant to have, or perhaps did have, a cross vault. The presbytery is lit by tall narrow windows without tracery. The masonry of the ground floor of the tower is also Gothic. In the northern wall of the nave there remains a walled-up and damaged saddle-backed portal. The nave and presbytery are today covered with flat ceilings from the nineteenth century with ceiling paintings from the same period. In the western part of the nave stands a gallery on two pillars.
An early Baroque interior from the year 1681 was completely destroyed by fire in the year 1830. The church therefore received new, Neo-Baroque furnishings. The frame-style main altar from the year 1830 was created by Josef Richtera. It contains a painting of Saint Prokop by painter Raus from the year 1831. The side altar of Saint Anne from the year 1835 comes from Kintzler of Chlumec nad Cidlinou. The pulpit from the year 1829 was probably also made by Josef Richtera. In the presbytery there is a Romantic painting of the Meeting of Saint Prokop and Prince Oldřich. We also find there an Empire-style baptismal font and oak benches with the city coat of arms of Žiželic from the year 1830.
Two bells hang in the tower, which were brought here in the year 1798 from the bell tower in Končice, and a small bell from the original bell assembly. The organ in the gallery was, according to one source, built by Prague organ builder Karel Schiffner in the year 1888, according to another by Ignác Welzel in the year 1833.
The church also gave us a late Gothic Žiželic monstrance from the year 1510. It belongs to the parish office and in the year 2020 it was stored at the bishopric in Hradec Králové.
Tips for visitors
The best time to visit the church of St. Prokop is in the morning when light is mild and pleasant. The ideal period is spring or autumn, when the weather is pleasant outside and the surrounding nature is in full beauty. In summer it is advisable to avoid the noon hours when it can be very hot inside the church.
It is recommended to arrive on your own vehicle because public transport to Žiželice is not very common. The current connection and departure times can be found in the traffic search engine.
When visiting, wear comfortable shoes and suitable clothes because the church is a historic building with a stone foundation that can be cold. Next, bring your camera or mobile phone to capture the beautiful details of the church and the memorable linden.
The best places for photography are around the church and memorable linden, where there is a pleasant light and historical architecture is well captured. The church tower and its combination with a memorable linden form a unique composition that is ideal for photography. It is recommended to photograph in the morning or afternoon light.
In the vicinity of the church is worth a visit to a memorable linden and abolished cemetery with several historical statues. These places are easily accessible and offer more views into the history of the village. It is interesting for families with children to explore the surroundings of the church and observe the old statues in the abolished cemetery.
For families with children it is advisable to prepare a short walk around the memorable linden and the abolished cemetery to visit the church. Children can look at the old statues and talk about the history of the place. In addition, there is enough space in the surroundings for a small adventure and discovery.
Frequently asked questions
Can the monument be visited?
Religious buildings are usually open mainly during services; at other times a visit is normally arranged with the parish or the operator. We have not verified specific times.
Where is the monument?
Location: Palackého, Žiželice, Středočeský kraj. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
Why is the monument protected?
It is listed in the Central List of Cultural Monuments of the Czech Republic as a cultural monument (register no. 18243/2-3132).
For kids
Imagine going back 676 years to when our country was full of forests and rivers. It was like a game of conquering a new world! At that time there was a small church in these parts, which was sanctified by the Holy Prokop.
Who lived here then? They were mostly people who fed on agriculture and animal husbandry. They had their little estates near the woods and were mostly villagers. When a traveler arrives, he saw few people, but many trees and rivers.
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Nearby
- They age over 200 years, stand by the church and form together with the tower dominance of the village.
- A complex with several statues, historically connected to the church.
- The nearest nature reserve, protected area with rich flora and fauna.
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1. Church of St. Prokop * Type: * Sacral monument, Gothic-Baroque church with rich history. Why visit? It is the center of the village and hides valuable artistic elements such as frescoes and statues. Its architecture and location in the village create a unique atmosphere.
2. Small-leaf petals * Type: * evergreen memorable tree monument. Why visit? It stands right by the church and together with the tower forms the iconic dominant of Žiželice. Her age is over 200 years old and her massive tribe makes her a rare natural document.
3. Cancelled Cemetery * Type: * Historical area with tombstones and statues. * Why visit? * Located in the immediate neighbourhood of the church, it offers a view of the old tombstone symbols that reveal local traditions and religious life of the past century.
4. Natural Reservation Sensor * Type: * Protected area with rich biodiversity. Why visit? It is an ideal place for nature lovers - where rare plants grow and protected animals live. A short journey from the village offers peace and opportunity to observe natural beauties.
Seasonal recommendations
Spring: In the spring season, the Church of St. Prokopa in Žiželice opens in a special, quiet atmosphere, when the lighting is a beautiful accompaniment for visitors. Green leaves on trees and flowering bushes in the surrounding area provide the church with life, while warm sunlight contributes to a comfortable visitor experience. During this period, it is recommended to visit the church in the early afternoon to avoid possible long-distance sunlight and a surprising increase in the crowd. Clothes should be suitable for mild temperature, with an umbrella or hat as protection against unexpected rainfall.
Summer: Summer brings the fully open nature to the Church of St. Prokop in Žiželice, when the sunlight is the most beautiful and visitors can enjoy warm summer weather. This season, there is a wealth of flowering plants around the church, which gives the landscape a special softness and color. Visitors should come earlier for a day to enjoy the church at a lighter temperature and avoid possible long fronts. It is advisable to dress in light clothes that protect from the sun, and not sleep with an umbrella or hat to protect against strong rays.
Autumn: In autumn, the Church of St. Prokop in Žiželice is surrounded by beautiful leaves that turn into golden and red colors, adding an atmosphere of peace and relief to the church. Sunlight is milder than summer, but still warm enough for visitors to enjoy a beautiful landscape around the church. This season it is recommended to visit the monument at noon when the lighting is best and the temperature is still pleasant. Clothes should be suitable for mild cold weather, with umbrella or hat as protection against possible rainfall.
Winter: During the winter, the Church of St. Prokop in Žiželice is transformed into a great and peaceful monument, when lighting is a shining sunlight that reveals the beauty of the church in bright, cold weather. Snow can appear in the surrounding area, which gives the area a mild winter atmosphere and calm. Visitors should visit the church early in the morning or later in the evening when it is open for visit and the temperature is milder. It is important to dress up in warm clothes, with an umbrella or hat as a protection against freezing weather, and prepare for shorter periods of open sight.
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