Former Franciscan Monastery

 monastery, Medieval / Middle Ages, listed building / architectural heritage, 18th century construction, 15th century construction

Originally built in the 15th century, altered and extended between 1716 to 1725.
It is a square plan construction, with a closed precinct. The access in the courtyard and inside the building is made through the door situated at the ground level of the church tower . Access to the first floor of the house at no. 12 is also made from this building.
Access in the east wing of the monastery is made through the edifice at no. 2, on Bărbierilor St.
The rooms are cross arched or cross arched with penetrations. The courtyard presents a façade with ample arcades on both levels.
The tall and abrupt roof forms a triangular pinion towards the building at no. 12, thus indicating its belonging to the Gothic style.
During the revolution in 1848, the monastery was transformed in a prison.
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