Maribor is a city with late renaissance architecture that was restored in baroque style when the best Italian architects once built churches, building facades, courtyards, staircases, palaces, buildings that can be seen here today. In Maribor, there are numerous masterpieces in its parks and important buildings such as the Town Hall. On this page, visitors can find the most important sights of the city of Maribor.
Maribor's main square is the second largest square in the city, and occupies the central place of the Maribor urban zone. This square is very old, it is mentioned as far back as the 14th century, and from then until the 20th century, the square was the main place for selling various products. In the middle of this sunny square is the "Sign of Mary" monument, which symbolizes the end of a great disease - the plague, which reigned in the 17th century. This monument was erected on the square in 1681, and its builder was Jožef Straub.
One of the most visited sights of Maribor is the Maribor Castle, which is located in the center of the city. It is surrounded by the main squares, and its architecture delights all passers-by. Within the castle is the Provincial Museum, which contains the imperial collections, archaeological, ethnographic, cultural and historical. The castle was built by Emperor Frederick III between 1478 and 1483. Several styles can be seen in the castle, but mostly it is a mixture of Renaissance and Baroque. It used to belong to wealthy, noble families, but since the castle required large investments, the city took it over during the 19th century.
The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist is also known as the Maribor Cathedral. It is one of the most important religious buildings in Maribor. This cathedral is Roman Catholic and is the seat of the Maribor archdiocese. It was built in the early 12th century, the cathedral was built in a romantic style. At the time when the Gothic buildings were being built, the cathedral got its current vault, and the two chapels (of St. Francis Xavier and the Holy Cross) were built during the Baroque era. It can be said that different styles of construction from different eras can be seen at this cathedral.
On the Main Square in Maribor you will see a white marble column - we can also say a monument of gratitude, and you will read why in the following text. The main square is the place of numerous encounters, and the main square without this pillar would be just another square like all the others. However, what the inhabitants of Maribor did during the 17th century, when the plague appeared, is truly a beautiful act towards the city and towards the very attitude of its citizens, and also towards the attitude of their faith and prayer.
The town square will convey a pleasant atmosphere to you, and the buildings surrounding it make it attractive and unique. The square represents the junction of 4 important Streets. A combination of history, significant buildings, open bars and meetings. A lively place, in the heart of the old town, with a baroque statue makes the square very beautiful, and it is an unmissable place for local residents, especially during sunny days. This medieval square was named after the castle in front of which it is located. The castle was built by King Frederick III. The square was called Florian Square at the end of the 17th century.
