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Rynok Square (Vicheva)
The architectural ensemble of Rynok (Vicheva) Square in the Renaissance style creates a surprisingly harmonious medieval atmosphere of the "ideal city" in Zhovkva.
The general planning and projects of the main buildings were developed by the architect of Italian origin Pavlo Shchaslyvy. Among them, the Zhovkva Castle and the Church of Saint Lawrence dominate. The Zvirinetsky Gate (XVII century) leads to the castle park. The City Hall (XVII-XX centuries) rises between the castle and Hlynska Brama. The square is surrounded by Renaissance buildings with arcaded gallerie ...
Last update
2/23/2025
Categories | Historic area |
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Date of foundation | XVII century |
Address |
Vicheva Square
Zhovkva |
Coordinates |
50.056107° N, 23.970886° E
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