Matthias Corvinus House, Cluj-Napoca

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Matthias Corvinus House
Building Information
Name Matthias Corvinus House
Location Town Cluj-Napoca
Location Country Romania
Construction Start Date 15th century
Completion Date 15th century
Style Gothic


The Matthias Corvinus House (Romanian: Casa Matei Corvin) is one of the oldest buildings in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. It was build in the 15th century as a small guesthouse. During its history, the house served as a jail, hospital, and museum; it is now home to a visual arts institute.

Matthias Corvinus (Romanian: Matei Corvin), son of John Hunyadi, Voivode of Transylvania, later one of the most renowned kings of Hungary, was born in this building.



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