Constantine Kornyakt
Constantine Kornyakt was a one of Lviv’s richest and most influential man. He was a founder of the Kornyakt’s Tower, Uspens’ka Church and Three Saint’s Chapel. (more…)
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Kornyakt’s Tower
Kornyakt’s tower is one of the best Renaissance monuments of Europe. The tower near the Uspens’ka (Uspenska) Church was built in 1580 by architect Peter of Barbone for Greek merchant, Constantine Kornyakt and hence was named after him - Kornyakt’s Tower. (more…)
Uspens’ka Church Complex
This is a wonderful example of Renaissance architecture with some Ukrainian influence thrown in. The complex is the focal point of the Orthodox Church in L’viv. It has been build under patronage and with financial assistance of Constantine Kornyakt.
Three Saints Chapel
The Three Saints Chapel is a pearl of Ukrainian architecture of the Renaissance epoque, which was built in 1578-1590. The founder of it was a Greek merchant, Constantine Kornyakt. (more…)
Black Stone House
It is famous for its stones, grown dark with age. Its construction was started in 1588, three years after Italian (Venice) Patio was built next to Black Stone House by architect Peter of Barbone for Greek merchant, Constantine Kornyakt. (more…)
Italian Patio
Is one of the finest Renaissance monuments in Ukraine. This house was built in 1580 by architect Peter of Barbone for Greek merchant, Constantine Kornyakt, one of Lviv’s richest and most educated man. (more…)
