Between 1611 and 1613, the Lutherans of Prague began building the Church of St. Trinity at the foot of Petřín Hill, marking the first Baroque church in the city. However, after the Czech uprising was crushed in the Battle of White Mountain in 1618, the church was handed over to the Carmelite order, who rededicated it to the Madonna of Strakonice, credited with helping win the battle. It was then renamed the Church of Our Lady Victorious.

Inside the church, visitors can see a copy of the Madonna of Strakonice (the original in a fire in the Church of St. Paul in Rome) and works by Peter Brandl or sculptures by Jan Jiří Bendl. However, the church’s most famous attraction is the Infant Jesus of Prague.

Also known as Bambini di Praga or Baby Jesus, this 47 cm tall wax figure dates back to the 16th century and was brought to the Czech Republic from Spain. In 1628, Polixena of Lobkowicz gifted the figurine to the Carmelites of Malá Strana. People believed that the Infant Jesus could fulfill wishes and cure illnesses.

Over time, the Infant Jesus of Prague got its own altar, crown, scepter, and globe, and its wardrobe grew significantly. Today, the Infant Jesus owns about 60 outfits, each adorned with precious and semi-precious stones, pearls, and gold. Some of the most remarkable garments can be seen in a small museum within the Shrine of Our Lady of Victory, including a dress embroidered by Empress Maria Theresa. The collection also features exotic clothing from the Philippines, China, and the Americas. The museum is located in the church and is free to visit.