Church of the Elevation of the Holy Cross — Attraction in Bratislava

The Clarissine Church is a gothic church, part of a complex of medieval buildings forming the former Convent of Poor Clares in the Old Town of Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. The former Catholic church is owned by the city of Bratislava and it is used for cultural events. The church is a notable example of Gothic architecture in Slovakia.

The nuns of the Poor Clares order came to Bratislava in 1297 and built a church and a convent with the support of the king. In 1782 the Order of Poor Clares was dissolved, and the church became the seat of a legal academy and school. It is currently used as a concert and exhibition hall.

A pentagonal tower was added in the 15th Century.

The Order of Poor Clares was dissolved in the Kingdom of Hungary in 1782 by the decree of Joseph II, Holy Roman Emperor. There are also Clarissine churches in Bamberg, Brixen,...

I went there quite a few years ago, because it is an interesting gothic church and is renowned for keeping the remains of someone notable in its crypt. I was with my wife, our young daughters and a friend who is very much into esoterism. And then a "funny" thing happened: after visiting the church itself he went down first to check the crypt and quickly came back after a few seconds. With a very concerned expression he said: don't allow the girls in there; I felt something and it was not good. The thing is that even before that warning we weren't feeling comfortable down in the crypt, maybe because the air was heavy and...

The Church of the Elevation of the Holy Cross, commonly known as Kostol Povýšenia Svätého Kríža or the Klarisky Church, is a significant historical and architectural landmark in Bratislava, Slovakia. Originally part of a larger complex belonging to the Order of Poor Clares (Klarisky), this church dates back to the 13th century, showcasing the Gothic architectural style typical of that era. Over the centuries, it has witnessed numerous renovations and changes, yet it retains its medieval charm and...