It was a 10-15 minute leisurely walk from Buda Castle to the St. Matthias Church.
It’s still within the Castle district. It’s smaller than the Basilica, but it’s an equally beautiful Roman Catholic church in the heart of Budapest.
It’s Sunday, that’s why no soul here.
It’s only in Europe that I get to experience this empty-street thing.
Sziasztok (hello, hi)
I got excited upon seeing a Herend Antique Store, but it was closed pala kasi it was a Sunday.
Sayang closed. I wouldn’t be able to return to this place.
Very quiet streets, very clean too.
I spoke too soon, here comes the throngs of tourists, all going to the church.
Aileen with her favorite pose has a perfect background,
the Gothic revival architectural style of the St. Matthias Church
I want to have a door this big.
Let’s look at the inside.
The church was originally built in Romanesque style in the year 1015. It underwent extensive restoration works in the 13th century after it was destroyed in 1241 by the Mongols. A wall collapsed in 1686 after being hit by a cannon.
The church was used from 1944-1945 as a German and Soviet military camps during the World War II. It was restored using funds from the Hungarian government after the war in 1950. Work continued until 1970. Another major restoration was done from 2006 to 2013 at a cost of HUF 9.4 billion or Euro 31,500,000.
I have an impression that architects, interior designers, carpenters, masons, laborers, in the olden days were more meticulous, look at this Gothic style pulpit. I don’t think anyone would care to replicate something like that in this age and time. Mga tamad na tayo ngayon. Puro straight lines na lang ang designs.
I made two wishes as usual. For my family’s good health and safety.
