Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Apostle, Eger

Beautiful building inside and outside. Magnificent. The peace inside is remarkable. The colours, glasses,statues … I felt this place is so unique. I could spend the for hours! Free to visit. With support it is available for all disabilities. I’m not sure about toilets. I’m sure I a going to visit again once in the future! Don’t miss this out!

Impressive inside and outside as well. It’s worth a visit.

The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Apostle or more formally Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Apostle and Evangelist, St. Michael and the Immaculate Conception also called Eger CathedralThe Basilica of St. John (Greek: Βασιλική του Αγίου Ιωάννη του Θεολόγου) was a basilica in Ephesus. It was constructed by Justinian I in the 6th century at a site where John the Apostle was said to have been buried. It was modeled after the now-demolished Church of the Holy Apostles in Constantinople.Although Haitian and French immigrants established the Congregation de Saint Jean-Baptiste in the late 1700s, the cornerstone for the present Cathedral of St. John the Baptist was laid on November 19, 1873 by the Right Reverend Ignatius Persico.

So beautiful inside. Lucky to have the place to ourselves at about 5pm. It is free. Quite unique inside, in that it has a big space to separate the worshippers , i to what looks like 2 separate sections.

It is a lovely area of the town, there are plenty of benches in the park nearby, great place to sit and watch the world go by. the staff at the Basilica visitor centre were very knowledgeable and helpful, they made us feel very welcome. Unless you need a guided tour, you don't need to book in advance.

The architecture of the church is breath taking so definitely worth visiting, I would say as important as the Eger Castle. What is really notable that it is free and you can get experience not any worse than from the Basilica in Budapest, which is not free. So before visiting Eger, make sure to put the church on the list. I came back there before leaving the city because I was amazed at how beautiful everything inside was.

The Basilica in Eger is a stunning piece of architecture that boasts of a fascinating history and cultural significance. With its towering size and intricate details, it's a must-visit destination for anyone who loves art and history. Stepping inside its grand interiors is an experience that will definitely astonish you. The scale of the basilica is enough to inspire a sense of reverence and wonder. Visiting the Basilica in Eger is an enriching experience that is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who appreciates the beauty of great architecture. Currently is being renovated.

Under renovation on the outside. Access is possible you just need to find the right door. Inside much is closed off and under wraps for protection from all the dust being generated by the renovation. While a little dark and gloomy on the inside it is worth a visit and you will get a good sense of the cathedral's grandeur.