Budapest, Hungary: St. Stephen’s Basilica

Budapest is a common tourist destination for young people as it has a great party scene and isn’t very expensive. It’s also got plenty of awesome religious architecture, such as St. Stephen’s Basilica. This church, with its iconic dome, is over 100 years old. It’s still used today for Roman Catholic worship, but it’s also a common spot for tourists.

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St. Petersburg, Russia: Naval Cathedral of St. Nicholas

This architectural mammoth is truly a sight to behold. With its soaring gold-encrusted domes and beautifully wrought facade, it’s one of the loveliest things you’ll see on your trip. It’s now a Russian-Orthodox church, so you can attend a service there if you wish. In the past, it functioned as a movie theatre and a naval museum as well.

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Kutna Hora, Czech Republic: St. Barbara’s Church

This church is truly a relic of history, with construction beginning in the 13th century. The structure wasn’t completed until the 19th century, and frescoes from medieval times along with old gothic architecture are still on display. You don’t want to miss this church, as it’s also a world heritage site to boot.

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San Bernardino alle Ossa

Just a few minutes’ walk from the famous Duomo is this small and unusual church. Truly a church like no other, this church is not for the faint of heart. It includes a “bone chapel” — a space adorned by many human bones and skulls. Eerie and interesting.

Santa Maria San Satiro

This confusing landmark is more than a church, but a piece of architectural visual deception. It was commissioned in 1472 from Donato Bramante who had to deal with the challenge of designing a magnificent church on a tiny piece of land. Bramante’s solution was to create visual illusions on the murals to make the church feel bigger once you walk in. A 15th Century innovator! 

San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore

Nicknamed “The Sistine Chapel of Milan”, this church is renowned for its beautiful frescoes and murals, including outstanding depictions of biblical scenes such as The Last Supper and Noah’s Ark. An interesting feature is a dividing wall separating the community section from the area dedicated to the nuns.

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This description might not make San Andrés de Teixido sound like much, but it is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Spain due to its cult of devotion to Saint Andrew and its spectacular and remote setting.

The current chapel, which was built in the 17th century, is very bare-bones, but it has several interesting art elements that refer to the sea, as well as a shrine to Saint Andrew.

Various myths surround the town and the cathedral. One famous saying in the native Galician language about San Andrés de Teixido is “quen non vai de vivo, vai de morto,” which roughly means that if you don’t go while you’re still alive, you’ll visit in the afterlife.

Other traditions include a drinking fountain, which has three spouts. If you drink from all three, legend has it that your wishes will come true.

This unique chapel and town is a must-visit for those that enjoy religious history and beautiful ocean views. You’ll certainly never forget your trip to this hauntingly beautiful place.

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Often referred to as a Gothic cathedral, the church was completed in 1940. “It was built in commemoration of the Danish priest, poet, politician, and reformer Nikolaj Frederik Severin Grundtvig. His philosophy influenced modern Danish national conciseness,” writes Unusual Places.

The church doesn’t have any frescos, stained glass windows, or other typical decoration. The only thing you can see is a yellow brick and beech wood chairs that are a classic example of traditional Danish furniture design.

It’s worth a visit even if you’re not an architecture enthusiast and it will take your breath away.

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Budapest, Hungary: St. Stephen’s Basilica

Budapest is a common tourist destination for young people as it has a great party scene and isn’t very expensive. It’s also got plenty of awesome religious architecture, such as St. Stephen’s Basilica. This church, with its iconic dome, is over 100 years old. It’s still used today for Roman Catholic worship, but it’s also a common spot for tourists.

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St. Petersburg, Russia: Naval Cathedral of St. Nicholas

This architectural mammoth is truly a sight to behold. With its soaring gold-encrusted domes and beautifully wrought facade, it’s one of the loveliest things you’ll see on your trip. It’s now a Russian-Orthodox church, so you can attend a service there if you wish. In the past, it functioned as a movie theatre and a naval museum as well.

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Kutna Hora, Czech Republic: St. Barbara’s Church

This church is truly a relic of history, with construction beginning in the 13th century. The structure wasn’t completed until the 19th century, and frescoes from medieval times along with old gothic architecture are still on display. You don’t want to miss this church, as it’s also a world heritage site to boot.

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The post The Nicest Churches to Visit In Eastern Europe appeared first on Traveler Master.

San Bernardino alle Ossa

Just a few minutes’ walk from the famous Duomo is this small and unusual church. Truly a church like no other, this church is not for the faint of heart. It includes a “bone chapel” — a space adorned by many human bones and skulls. Eerie and interesting.

Santa Maria San Satiro

This confusing landmark is more than a church, but a piece of architectural visual deception. It was commissioned in 1472 from Donato Bramante who had to deal with the challenge of designing a magnificent church on a tiny piece of land. Bramante’s solution was to create visual illusions on the murals to make the church feel bigger once you walk in. A 15th Century innovator! 

San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore

Nicknamed “The Sistine Chapel of Milan”, this church is renowned for its beautiful frescoes and murals, including outstanding depictions of biblical scenes such as The Last Supper and Noah’s Ark. An interesting feature is a dividing wall separating the community section from the area dedicated to the nuns.

The post Three Unusual Churches in Milan, Italy appeared first on Traveler Master.

This description might not make San Andrés de Teixido sound like much, but it is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Spain due to its cult of devotion to Saint Andrew and its spectacular and remote setting.

The current chapel, which was built in the 17th century, is very bare-bones, but it has several interesting art elements that refer to the sea, as well as a shrine to Saint Andrew.

Various myths surround the town and the cathedral. One famous saying in the native Galician language about San Andrés de Teixido is “quen non vai de vivo, vai de morto,” which roughly means that if you don’t go while you’re still alive, you’ll visit in the afterlife.

Other traditions include a drinking fountain, which has three spouts. If you drink from all three, legend has it that your wishes will come true.

This unique chapel and town is a must-visit for those that enjoy religious history and beautiful ocean views. You’ll certainly never forget your trip to this hauntingly beautiful place.

The post San Andrés de Teixido: The World’s Most Unique Chapel appeared first on Traveler Master.

Often referred to as a Gothic cathedral, the church was completed in 1940. “It was built in commemoration of the Danish priest, poet, politician, and reformer Nikolaj Frederik Severin Grundtvig. His philosophy influenced modern Danish national conciseness,” writes Unusual Places.

The church doesn’t have any frescos, stained glass windows, or other typical decoration. The only thing you can see is a yellow brick and beech wood chairs that are a classic example of traditional Danish furniture design.

It’s worth a visit even if you’re not an architecture enthusiast and it will take your breath away.

The post Grundtvig’s Church in Copenhagen is an Architectural Wonder appeared first on Traveler Master.