St Martin’s Cathedral in Bratislava is one of the most impressive
religious buildings in Slovakia. Presently it is the cathedral of the
Archdiocese of Bratislava. The cathedral is one of the most ancient in
Slovakia.
Location
The cathedral is located at Bratislava, the capital of the country.
The cathedral is close to the western border of the center under the
Bratislava Castle.
What to See
The cathedral is most noted for its height of 85 meters. The interior
of the cathedral is also noteworthy for its design. There is also a
statue of St. Martin in the area. The courtyard is also noted for the
outbuildings remains. The cathedral is probably best known for
containing the remains of Saint John the Merciful from the 7th century.
The St Martins Cathedral in Bratislava has three naves. It measures
69.37 m x 22.85 m x 16.02 m (L x W x H). The shape of the edifice is
akin to a crucifix. The nave is symbolic of the body of Christ. The
presbytery is symbolic of Christs inclined head.
At the altar, the equestrian statue group of St. Martin dominates the scene. The figure is clad as a Hungarian hussar does.
History
Even before the cathedral was built, the site was already a place of
worship. It also used to be a market and a chapel. The Bratislava Castle
was also a place of worship. A church was constructed there in 1221. It
was done in the Romanesque manner. As the town grew, a new cathedral
had to be built.
The construction was not completed until 1452. The delay was due to
lack of funds and the advent of the Hussite Wars. Through the 15th and
16th centuries, construction of the cathedral continued. A presbytery
was added in 1461-1497.
The church got its present look around 1869 to 1877. The church was
redesigned, giving it a more Gothic appearance. For several years, the
church would become the site for the coronation of kings and queens.
Cost
The entrance fee to the cathedral is 2 Euros.
If you are going to visit Slovakia, there are many travel packages to
choose from. A 1000 USD package will give you the chance to see many
attractions.
Other Info
Right next to the cathedral is a monument. A synagogue used to be located there until the Communists brought it down.
At the head of the St Martin’s Cathedral in Bratislava tower is the
Hungarian Crowns replica. This is set on a 4 meter stone pillow.
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