House of the Good Shepherd, Bratislava

The House of the Good Shepherd is notable because it is one of the few buildings in this region of the country which is in the same condition it was when it was originally built. This Rococo styled structure was constructed in the late 18th century just below the Bratislava Castle. Its golden color and its tall figure make it one of the most beautiful buildings on the landscape of Bratislava, Slovakia. In its original construction, the upper floors were used for individual housing while the lower level was used commercially. The facility is only one room wide with a narrow staircase between levels. The gallery is home to an extensive exhibit of clocks, which pay homage to the history of these timepieces from their introduction into society. Visitors will find a wide range of artifacts including sundials, wrist watches, wall clocks and grandfather clocks. There is a total of over 60 clocks in all. The majority of the clocks on display were crafted by Slovakia artisans. The four-story narrow structure was named for the statue which is set into the corner of the building depicting Christ the Good Shepherd. The exhibit is open Tuesday through Sunday all year round. It is closed on Mondays.