Non-traditional and Film-Friendly Ecclesiastic Landmarks
Krnov synagogue
The Neo-Roman building was constructed between 1871-1872 by the builder Ernest Latzel and features a Moorish architecture of the interior. It was one of the few regional synagogues that was saved from destruction during the Nazi occupation, when the town council decided, by a single-vote margin, to approve the builder Franz Irblich’s motion to quickly refashion the synagogue as a town marketplace. After the war, the building was first utilized as a warehouse, then as the county archive. After the 1997 flood, Judaism enthusiasts and young Krnov patriots came up with the idea of preserving the highly damaged synagogue for future generations. The ceremonial re-opening of the synagogue took place in June of 2014.
Leaning church of st. Peter of Alcatara
Leaning church in Karviná, specifically the church of St. Peter of Alcantara, dates from the mid-19th century. It was built in 1854, which adds another historical dimension to its interesting architecture. The church is notable for its steeple being significantly tilted due to mining influences, making it similar to the Leaning Church of Pisa in Italy. This combination of historical and visually unique appearance makes the church attractive to filmmakers looking for authentic locations for their projects. About the maintenance of the church and its surroundings with the old association Stará Karviná, which maps the original Karvina, which no longer exists today.
Krnov synagogue
The Neo-Roman building was constructed between 1871-1872 by the builder Ernest Latzel and features a Moorish architecture of the interior. It was one of the few regional synagogues that was saved from destruction during the Nazi occupation, when the town council decided, by a single-vote margin, to approve the builder Franz Irblich’s motion to quickly refashion the synagogue as a town marketplace. After the war, the building was first utilized as a warehouse, then as the county archive. After the 1997 flood, Judaism enthusiasts and young Krnov patriots came up with the idea of preserving the highly damaged synagogue for future generations. The ceremonial re-opening of the synagogue took place in June of 2014.
