Cistercian Abbey of Bélapátfalva, Gothic monastery and abbey in Bélapátfalva, Hungary
The three-nave church with its cross-shaped layout displays pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and a prominent rose window on the western facade.
Founded in 1232 by Bishop Kilit II of Eger, the monastery experienced interruptions during the Mongol invasion of 1241 but resumed construction with different builders.
The monastery functioned as a center of agricultural innovation, where monks managed orchards, vineyards, and implemented advanced farming techniques in medieval Hungary.
Located 2.2 kilometers from the train station and 1.4 kilometers from the bus stop, the site offers a parking area for 15 vehicles.
This structure stands as the only intact Romanesque Cistercian abbey church in Hungary, featuring alternating colored stones in its architectural details.
Location: Bélapátfalva
Inception: 1232
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
GPS coordinates: 48.04900,20.36500
Latest update: May 12, 2025 22:19
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