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- The highest wooden altarpiece in the world
- exhibition on the life and work of Master Paul
- town listed in the UNESCO
One of the most beautiful historical towns in Slovakia, renowned for the work of Master Paul.
Levoča is a district town in Slovakia that has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2009. With its fortifications and urban layout, Levoča has preserved its medieval character. It ranks among the most beautiful historical towns in Slovakia thanks to its wealth of artistic monuments.
When Levoča is mentioned, the work of Master Paul of Levoča, a Late Gothic sculptor and carver known for creating the highest wooden altarpiece in the world, often comes to mind. His work is the focus of an exhibition in the historical house on the town square.
The historical center of Levoča offers a stroll among approximately fifty burgher houses, including the Thurzo House Thurzo’s House and Krupe House Krupek’s House, representing architectural heritage with rich decorations and paintings that are no longer created today. An interesting feature is the Cage of Shame on the square, which was built in the 16th century for public humiliation of women.
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St. James
St. St. James Basilica is the most significant monument in Levoča, primarily due to its eleven Gothic and Renaissance wing altars, including the highest wooden Late Gothic altar in the world, created by Master Paul of Levoča himself. The interior decoration of the basilica also features important wall paintings depicting various biblical scenes.
House of Master Paul
The historical house on the square houses an exhibition dedicated to the life and work of one of the most important masters of Late Gothic art – sculptor Master Paul. The exhibition showcases his most significant monumental and chamber works. Visitors can closely examine the famous “Last Supper” from the highest Gothic altar in the world, as well as sculptures from the “Nativity” altar and the St. John’s altar, among many other interesting works.
Evangelical Church
The charming Classicist Evangelical Church is one of the landmarks of the Levoča square. It has a Greek cross-shaped ground plan, a majestic dome, and a massive Classicist altar architecture in its interior. It houses a large altarpiece by the Levoča painter Jozef Czauczik, depicting Christ walking on water. The interior is complemented by illusory architectural paintings.
