Inner Town Parish Church

church, Budapest, Hungary

Also known as: Belvárosi plébániatemplom

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The Inner Town Parish Church, also known as the Church of the Assumption of Our Lady, is a historic church located in Budapest, Hungary. It is situated in the Belváros (Inner City) of Pest, near the Danube River. The church has a long and complex history, with parts of its structure dating back to the medieval period.

Originally a Romanesque basilica, it was rebuilt in Gothic style in the 14th century. During the Ottoman occupation of Hungary, it served as a mosque. After Buda was liberated from the Turks, the church was returned to Catholic use and underwent Baroque renovations. It was further damaged and rebuilt over the centuries, with significant restoration work occurring in the 20th century. The church is known for its historical significance and architectural evolution, reflecting various periods of Budapest's past. Inner Town Parish Church

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The Inner Town Parish Church (Belvárosi plébániatemplom) is the oldest building in Pest. Rebuilt in the Baroque style in the 18th century, as were many other churches in Pest and Buda, the church had been the most impressive of medieval Pest. St. Stephen’s Crown, the symbol…
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The Inner Town Parish Church (Belvárosi plébániatemplom) is the oldest building in Pest. Rebuilt in the Baroque style in the 18th century, as were many other churches in Pest and Buda, the church had been the most impressive of medieval Pest. St. Stephen’s Crown, the symbol…
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