#399 Globally
⛪ St Martin's Cathedral Bratislava
Slovakia
About This Sacred Site
St Martin's Cathedral in Bratislava served as the coronation church of the Kingdom of Hungary from 1563 to 1830, during which time 11 Hungarian kings and queens were crowned within its walls. The Gothic cathedral, built between the 13th and 15th centuries, stands at the foot of Bratislava Castle. A golden replica of the Hungarian royal crown sits atop the 85-meter tower, commemorating the cathedral's royal history.
Key Facts
- •Served as the coronation cathedral of Hungary from 1563 to 1830
- •Eleven Hungarian kings and queens were crowned here, including Maria Theresa
- •The 85-meter tower is topped by a gilded replica of the Hungarian royal crown
- •Built in Gothic style between the 13th and 15th centuries
- •Once part of the city's medieval fortification walls
Location
Coordinates: 48.1419, 17.1047
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