Sunday, April 3, 2011

Saint Matthias Sunday

Matthias Church, Budapest, Hungary  © Doug Hickok


The Church of Our Lady, better know as Matthias Church, rises prominently on Budapest's Castle Hill, overlooking the Danube River. Originally constructed in the 13th century, it was the city's first parish church. In 1541, during the Ottoman occupation, it was transformed into a mosque. The current appearance of the church dates form the 19th century, and reflects its splendid original Gothic architectural style. This image shows the colorful tiles which form intricate diamond patterns on the steep roof tops.


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20 comments:

  1. cieldequimperApril 3, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    So magnificent that it almost looks unreal.

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  2. AnonymousApril 3, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    I already saw this church somewhere... :))
    When were you in Budapest, Hungary?
    I live in Debrecen, it is about 150 miles to east from the capital. It is the second largest city of Hungary.
    By the way, this church is really wonderful, and the photo is excellent!

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  3. Eyeliquor 2April 3, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    Truly wonderful capture!
    Well done!

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  4. AnonymousApril 3, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    Judas was the first one to leave Mass early.
    Matthias replaced him as an Apostle.

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  5. MarcieApril 3, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    The colors and textures in these roofs are incredible!

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  6. Cezar and LéiaApril 3, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    Mon Dieu, I LOVE this picture!
    I'm always enchanted by Cathedrals, this picture is so special, you got the essence of the colours and the architecture!Bravo!
    I would like to visit Budapest some day!
    I'm taking my notes here!
    hugs
    Léia

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  7. London CallerApril 3, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    Very colourful roof tiles indeed!
    I don't remember seeing this church in Budapest...
    But I have seen a similar one in Vienna.
    Think it's St Stephen something.

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  8. KathyApril 3, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    I always feel so small and inconsequential when I view ancient buildings like this one.

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  9. Marie LCApril 4, 2011 at 1:24 AM

    I like very much these churches or cathedrals roofs of which are made by these beautiful tiles varnished in the magnificent colors

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  10. FriedaApril 4, 2011 at 4:10 AM

    That's a beautiful picture that makes me remember my trip to Budapest in December.

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  11. LuizaApril 4, 2011 at 5:23 AM

    Very Cool!
    I see, you´re polish? Me too:-)

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  12. LúciaApril 4, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    I've never seen a roof like this!
    Impressive!

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  13. georgeApril 4, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    What a roof. Quite amazing, I wonder if they worked it out on the plans in advance - or the slate layer was just a genious!

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  14. VPApril 4, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    Unusual and beautiful!

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  15. Andrew Graeme GouldApril 4, 2011 at 4:51 PM

    What a history and what splendid detail in this well framed image.

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  16. ChristopherApril 4, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    Great colors and tight composition! Love the history too!

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  17. brattcatApril 4, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    a bold and rich embroidery, indeed.

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  18. CharlesApril 5, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Beautiful place, beautiful shot.

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  19. yzApril 6, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    welcome to my town :)
    the church is being renovated at the moment btw

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  20. john4jackAugust 30, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    superb

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