Koper - Cerkev sv. Frančiška Asiškega

Built in 1268 as a church, it went through many changes. It was baroquified in the mid-18th century and ceased to be used for religious purposes in 1809. Between 1968 and 1969, it was transformed into a gym and used by Koper Gymnasium until 1990 when it was closed down. The Municipality of Koper and the Institute for the Protection of Cultural Heritage have tried to revive the building for several…