
Dominican House, Pecs
The Dominican House in Pecs is a building with a layered history, standing as a testament to the city's evolving architectural and cultural landscape. Originally constructed as a church in 1724 by the Dominican Order, the structure never reached completion in its intended form. By the 19th century, it was repurposed into a residential building, incorporating remnants of the old church into its new function.
The Dominicans first settled in Pecs in 1288, later returning in 1688 following the expulsion of the Ottoman Turks. Interestingly, before the Dominican church's construction, the site was occupied by Pasha Ferhad's mosque during Ottoman rule. However, after the dissolution of the Dominican Order by Emperor Joseph II in 1786, the church and its adjacent monastery were left abandoned. Over time, the building served various purposes, including housing French prisoners during wartime and functioning as a warehouse, before ultimately being transformed into a residential property for Dr. Bela Johan in the 19th century.
Today, the Dominican House has been repurposed as a cultural center and is a prominent feature of Szinhaz Square. The history of the former Dominican church is commemorated by a pyro-granite plaque on the building's northern façade, depicting a relief of the old church. Additionally, a black marble slab in the middle of the square pays tribute to the Dominicans who played a significant role in the city's religious and social life.
The Dominicans first settled in Pecs in 1288, later returning in 1688 following the expulsion of the Ottoman Turks. Interestingly, before the Dominican church's construction, the site was occupied by Pasha Ferhad's mosque during Ottoman rule. However, after the dissolution of the Dominican Order by Emperor Joseph II in 1786, the church and its adjacent monastery were left abandoned. Over time, the building served various purposes, including housing French prisoners during wartime and functioning as a warehouse, before ultimately being transformed into a residential property for Dr. Bela Johan in the 19th century.
Today, the Dominican House has been repurposed as a cultural center and is a prominent feature of Szinhaz Square. The history of the former Dominican church is commemorated by a pyro-granite plaque on the building's northern façade, depicting a relief of the old church. Additionally, a black marble slab in the middle of the square pays tribute to the Dominicans who played a significant role in the city's religious and social life.
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Sight Name: Dominican House
Sight Location: Pecs, Hungary (See walking tours in Pecs)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Pecs, Hungary (See walking tours in Pecs)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Pecs, Hungary
Create Your Own Walk in Pecs
Creating your own self-guided walk in Pecs is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Historical Architecture
The city of Pecs is rich in history, art and culture. This is due to the fact that the city's territory has been the site of intersection of different civilizations through the centuries. Magnificent palaces, original constructions of administrative buildings and other wonderful masterpieces by famous architects will amaze you when you discover the beauty of the architecture of Pecs!
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.7 Km or 1.1 Miles
Pecs Introduction Walking Tour
The city of Pecs has been the point of intersection of many eras, religions and political views. Since its time as the capital of the Valeria province of the Roman Empire, the city has maintained its historic cultural heritage. Take this orientation walk to visit the most popular and prominent sights of the city.
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles