Capuchin monastery complex in Lublin, Baroque monastery complex in Lublin, Poland.
Description
The Capuchin monastery complex in Lublin is a Baroque building set on Krakowskie Przedmieście street, featuring a modest facade with pilasters and statues of Saint Peter and Saint Paul. The site includes a church, living quarters, and support buildings arranged around the religious needs of the community.
History
The complex was designed by architect Karol Bay and built between 1726 and 1733 under the patronage of Paweł Sanguszko. This founding period established the Baroque style and spiritual significance the monastery holds in Lublin.
Culture
The interior follows Capuchin traditions with sparse furnishings, unadorned oak altars, and a white marble statue of the Virgin Mary by Władysław Oleszczyński. This simple style reflects the order's vow of simplicity and poverty.
Practical
The complex is open to visitors daily to observe religious services and explore the interior spaces. It is best to be respectful of ongoing worship and move quietly through the grounds to appreciate the design and furnishings.
Did you know?
An eye of Providence sits within the triangular gable at the center of the facade, symbolizing divine watchfulness over the monastery. This symbol is a rare detail in the region's Baroque buildings and often goes unnoticed by passing visitors.
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