Kościół św. Barbary w Krakowie

The Church of Saint Barbara stands between historical buildings in central Kraków, featuring stepped buttresses, Gothic vaults, and sharp-edged ribs supporting the structure.

Nicholas Wierzynek established the initial chapel in 1338, which Queen Jadwiga later funded to expand into a complete church structure by 1396.

The Literary Brotherhood, established in 1404, transformed into the Merchant Brotherhood in 1444 and finally became the Brotherhood of Saint Barbara in 1449.

Located at Mały Rynek 8, the church provides free entry and contains multiple architectural elements from both Gothic and Baroque periods.

The church temporarily functioned as a university clinical hospital in the late 18th century, where Professor Czerwiakowski conducted anatomical studies.

Location: Kraków

Inception: 1338

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

GPS coordinates: 50.06133,19.93985

Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26