University Church of St Mary the Virgin

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University Church of St Mary the Virgin, Baroque university church in District V, Budapest, Hungary.

The church exhibits ornate decorations with sculptures, frescoes, gilded elements, and a high altar featuring the Black Madonna of Czestochowa copy.

The Parliament gathered in this church during the 1848-49 War of Independence, marking its role in Hungarian national events.

The church maintains its function as both a religious center and an academic institution, connecting education with spiritual practices.

Located in downtown Pest, the church welcomes visitors to explore its interior and participate in regular religious services throughout the week.

From 1928 to 2000, the Hungarian Radio broadcast its daily noon bell chime from this church, reaching listeners across the nation.

Location: Budapest District V

Inception: 1725

Architectural style: baroque architecture

GPS coordinates: 47.49095,19.05809

Latest update: March 4, 2025 02:56

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