YBL, Miklós
(b. 1814, Székesfehérvár, d. 1891, Budapest)

Exterior view

1867-91
Photo
St. Stephen's Basilica, Budapest

The Basilica is the most important church building in Hungary. It is named after Saint Stephen I of Hungary, the first King of Hungary (c. 975–1038), whose "incorruptible" right hand is housed in the reliquary.

The architectural style is Neoclassical; it has a Greek cross ground plan. The façade is anchored by two large bell towers. In the southern tower is Hungary's biggest bell, weighing over 9 tons.

The photo shows the main façade.