In the industrial district of Holešovice, Prague tourists seldom wander. There is nothing special to do, there is little of interest, except that the majestic Catholic church of the Sacred Anthony of Padua. It is located on an island between two roads - Strossmayer Square. Because of limited space in front of him rarely gather crowds.

The church was built in the late XIX century, when the village was annexed to Holešovice, Prague. It lived at that time, more than 10 thousand people, many of them - zealous Catholics, who were forced to go to the old church of St. Clement, which did not contain all wishing to attend the worship services. Therefore, under the leadership of the pastor Antonin Nepila initiative group of parishioners started to search for a place for a new, more capacious temple. The most optimal design of the new church was recognized as the work of architect Frantisek Miksa. In 1908 construction began on the Church of the Blessed Anthony of Padua. He managed to finish only in 6 years - in 1914. It was in the midst of the First World War, so a new church was opened without any celebration.

The temple, built in the Gothic Revival style, reminiscent of the Tyn Church. He is crowned with two narrow and high turrets, spiers decorated. The height of the church, along with the towers is equal to 63 meters.

The facade can be seen sculptures of Czech saints - the patron saint of the country. They met a talented sculptor Stefan Zalesakom.

The church is open during religious services.