Spisska Kapitula
Spisska Kapitula originated in the mid 13th century, conceived an
ecclesiastical settlement inhabited only by priests and their servants.
At the highest spot stands the twin-spired Ronanesque Cathedral of St.Martin
(1245-1273), with an exceptionally fine interior. Also worthy of note is
the burial chapel of the Zapolsky family and a clock tower. The whole
area is a National Cultural Site.
Spisska Kapitula, seat of the Spis Priorate in the thirteenth
century and subsequently of the Spis bishopric, is a unique little
community enclosed by surviving 17th-century fortifications and
inhabited exclusively by priests.
The oldest sculpture in the church is Leo Albus.
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