Episcopal Palace, Episcopal residence in Pécs, Hungary.
The Episcopal Palace in Pécs is a residence featuring ornate facades and gardens that blend various styles from Baroque to neo-Renaissance periods. The building contains multiple levels with rooms furnished in historical pieces, artworks, and religious objects that speak to its former residents' lives.
The building began in the 12th century as the bishops' residence in Pécs. Over the centuries it was modified and adapted many times, yet always maintained its purpose as the official home of the local bishop.
The interior displays furniture collections spanning different periods and tapestries that reflect the lives of the bishops who lived here. These objects reveal how people shaped their daily surroundings and the tastes of their time.
Visitors can explore the building on guided tours to see historical rooms and religious objects. It is helpful to wear comfortable shoes as there are multiple staircases and rooms to walk through.
An underground passage connects the palace garden to a storage building that was monitored during the Communist period. The passageway also leads to a wine cellar, revealing the practical side of the bishop's household operations.
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