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Árpád-házi Szent Erzsébet- templom

Kossuth Lajos utca

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Árpád-házi Szent Erzsébet-templom

The Árpád-házi Szent Erzsébet-templom is a Roman Catholic church located in Vanyarc, Hungary.

History

  • The exact date of its construction is not certain, but it is believed to have been built during the 13th century.

Architecture

The church's architectural style is Gothic Revival, with characteristic pointed arches and ribbed vaults.

  • Notable features include the church's central nave, adorned with intricate stone carvings, and the striking bell tower that rises above the town square.

Location

The Árpád-házi Szent Erzsébet-templom is situated on Kossuth Lajos utca in Vanyarc, a small town in western Hungary.

Notable Features and Artworks

  • The church's interior features a number of notable artworks, including stained glass windows and a wooden altar.
  • A relic of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary is also housed within the church.

Organ and Bells

The church's organ is a historic instrument, reportedly built in the 19th century.

The church's bells are said to be of medieval origin, although their exact date is unknown.

Heritage Status

The Árpád-házi Szent Erzsébet-templom has been recognized as a culturally significant landmark by Hungarian authorities.

Visiting Information

The church's opening hours are not publicly available, but it is generally open to visitors during daylight hours.

  • Accessibility features include wheelchair ramps and accessible seating areas.

Coordinates

47.824795, 19.4529316

Details

NameÁrpád-házi Szent Erzsébet- templom
CityVanyarc
CountryHungary
Coordinates47.824795, 19.452932
Current useplace of worship for the local Roman Catholic community
Accessibletrue