The synagogue was built between 1582-1594. Due to legend and the presence of a mosaic rosette on the floor of the temple, L’vivians called the synagogue “Golden Rosa”. As to its design the synagogue was rectangular in its shape, with Gothic vaults, embellished with Renaissance stucco moulding. (more…)
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…)
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.
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…)
The Cathedral is impressive for its beauty and grandeur. It was laid down in 1360. Its first architect was Peter Stetecher. The Cathedral took over one hundred years to build and was finished in 1481. (more…)
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…)
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