Saint Catherine's Church, Zagreb

Saint Catherine's Church, Zagreb

The Church of Saint Catherine stands as the first example of Baroque architecture in Zagreb, situated in a square bearing the same name. Prior to the construction of Saint Catherine's Church, the location was occupied by a Dominican church dating back to the 14th century. However, when the Jesuits arrived in Zagreb during the early 17th century, they deemed the original church to be in poor condition and insufficient for their needs. Consequently, they embarked on the construction of a new church.

The construction project commenced in 1620 and was successfully completed by 1632. Adjacent to the church, a monastery was also built, which has since been replaced by the Klovićevi dvori art gallery. Saint Catherine's Church has faced fire damage twice in its history, first in 1645 and then again in 1674, resulting in significant interior devastation. Fortunately, with the assistance of affluent Croatian nobles, the church was renovated. In return for their contributions, these nobles were granted the privilege of displaying their family coat-of-arms within the church or having the honor of being interred within its premises.

Inside the church, visitors can admire various sculptures and paintings crafted in the Baroque style. Over the centuries, the building has experienced damage primarily due to earthquakes, although its exterior has largely remained intact. In close proximity to the church, there is a gymnasium and a former monastery that has been repurposed into a museum.

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Sight Name: Saint Catherine's Church
Sight Location: Zagreb, Croatia (See walking tours in Zagreb)
Sight Type: Religious

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