#crazyroof Saturdays! This week's #uniqueroofpicture: Matthias Church Location: Budapest, Hungary Style: Florid Late Gothic Materials: Zsolnay ceramic tiles The original Matthias Church was built in 1255. Over the years it decayed and was rebuilt several times by those from several different religions. Kings held their coronations in its halls. At other times the church was in serious disrepair. Legend says a wall in the church collapsed, revealing a long-hidden statue of the Madonna, which shamed an invading army into surrendering. In 1896, the diamond patterned ceramic roof tiles were added by architect Frgyes Schulek. He also added gargoyles and restored other elements of the church to its original Gothic style. The roof’s bright teal, orange, red, green tiles make intricate patterns on the rooftop including flowers, chevrons and crosses. The skill of the tile installers must have been immense. Between the extraordinary roof and the other incredible architectural details of this building, the church is awe-inspiring. *picture & article compliments to IKO(.)com #reddogsroofing #rooferblog #awesomeroofing #matthiaschurch #roofinghistory (at Matthias Church, Budapest) https://www.instagram.com/p/CCyWKNancIs/?igshid=26zfmvj95xcn