St. Clement's Anglican Episcopal Church, Prague

Among Prague's many churches, Saint Clement's stands as one of the oldest, with records dating back to 1226, though its origins likely trace back even earlier, possibly to 1065. Named after Saint Clement, the patron saint of sailors, the church's proximity to the Vltava River is fitting.

Originally constructed in Romanesque style towards the end of the 12th century, it later became a Dominican monastery church in 1225, under the patronage of Bohemian King Přemysl I. However, by the late 14th century, the building was deemed inadequate and replaced with the Gothic structure that stands today.

After its abandonment in 1740, Saint Clement's served as a granary for nearly five centuries until the Patent of Toleration in 1781 allowed non-Catholics to worship there. Subsequently, in 1847, the Reformed Church held its first congregation there, after converting the granary and expanding the building with a choir and chapel.

Presently, the church's interior reflects the austere style typical of Protestant churches, painted white to highlight the vault. The furnishings are modest, with the neo-Gothic pulpit being the most ornate feature. The northern wall of the presbytery holds the entrance to the sacristy and church tower, marked with intricately carved doors dating back to 1609. A spiral staircase from the sacristy leads to the tower, housing the church bell.

Saint Clement's is part of the Anglican communion within the Church of England Diocese in Europe. It's renowned for its hymns, both traditional and modern, accompanied by a splendid organ and choir, making Sundays particularly noteworthy for worship.