Franciscan Church, Gothic church in Old Town, Bratislava, Slovakia.
The Franciscan Church is a Gothic building located in Old Town Bratislava featuring a brick pillar altar decorated with statues of Saint Stephen and Saint Emeric. The interior also displays a glass painting depicting the Annunciation and contains several additional altars serving different devotional purposes.
The building was constructed between 1280 and 1297 under King Ladislaus IV of Hungary. Its importance in the region grew following its consecration by King Andrew III and subsequent architectural evolution spanning multiple centuries.
The church contains multiple altars dedicated to different religious figures that remain focal points for worshippers. These serve as visible expressions of devotion that visitors can observe throughout the interior.
The church is open to visitors during regular hours and guided tours are available to explain how it evolved through Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque styles. Allow time to notice the architectural changes as you move through the different spaces.
The church preserves the remains of Saint Reparat in a special reliquary within its walls. Many visitors come specifically to see this religious relic and learn about its place in the church's spiritual tradition.
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