In the Middle Ages, the entrance to 'Brașov's Stronghold' from the 'Old Town' was through the Monastery Gate, situated along what is now Mureșenilor street. This street was originally named after the nearby Dominican settlement, which was first documented in 1342. Following the establishment of the Hapsburg Empire in Transylvania, the Roman-Catholic Church Saints Peter and Paul was constructed on the site of the former monastery. This impressive church was built between 1776 and 1782, based on the architectural plans designed by Karl Joseph Lamasch. The project received direct financial support from Empress Maria Theresa. The church's vaults are renowned for their architecture, making it one of the most representative Baroque constructions in Brasov. In the early 20th century, the interior of the church was further embellished with religious scenes painted in medallions, and the windows were adorned with stained glass panels commissioned from Budapest.

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