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St. Stephen's Basilica is a Roman Catholic basilica located in Budapest, Hungary. It was named in honor of Stephen, the first King of Hungary. The basilica was built between 1851 and 1905 and is the largest church in Budapest, with a capacity of 8,500 people. The construction of the basilica was commissioned by Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria-Hungary, and its design was inspired by the Renaissance architecture of Italy. The building's facade is decorated with sculptures of saints, while the interior features beautiful frescoes, mosaics, and stained glass windows. Visitors can climb to the top of the basilica's dome for panoramic views of the city. The basilica also houses Hungary's largest bell, which weighs 9.5 tons and is named after St. Stephen. The basilica is open to visitors every day and hosts regular religious services and concerts.