Abandoned GRAVEYARD (Crypte) in the middle of a CHURCHE

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This amazing church was build in the 19th century and was closed around 40 years ago because they were gonna do archeological digging in the church. Till this day the church is abandoned. I hope you guys enjoyed this video and we will see you next week
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Abandoned GRAVEYARD (Crypte) in the middle of a CHURCHE

[@janetjones4823]

Thank you for NOT overshadowing your wonderful videos with loud, obnoxious music

[@davidmedlin6578]

Wish I could like this 100 times

[@ladytamaya4737]

@@davidmedlin6578 just press another 99 times 😄

[@linack5503]

You make wonderful videos. I live in Texas and I will never get to see places you've shown. Thank you for sharing and being a gentleman.

[@danielfultz3421]

cheers Texan here too

[@gussygatlin3093]

Linda Ackerman Same here! I'm from U.S.A. Texas as well

[@bethbartlett5692]

Linda Ackerman Hope you are well after the serious weather Texas has suffered, (Consider me - your Sister from Tennessee, we have always kept an eye on Texas!) "T for Texas" 🎶

[@linack5503]

Beth Bartlett Thank you 😊

[@lark6spur]

Linda Ackerman....I was just thinking how awesome he is and his personality is fantastic!

[@steponick]

It's an old Roman Catholic Cathedral. The crypt had originally contained the preserved remains of previous Bishops. The skull shaped glyphs indicate burials.

[@mamiebobb4173]

I agree - most likely Catholic due to the location. But as I mentioned above - it could have been Episcopalian too. They're very much alike.

[@Synicizm]

I grew up Catholic while going to a Lutheran school, got married in a Presbyterian Church, and I've been to services at Lutheran, Baptist, Presbyterian, Methodist, Episcopalian, and non-denominational churches, and honestly, they're all similar enough that if I wasn't paying attention to Communion, and maybe on my phone for the rest... (okay, so Catholics have more holy water and incense and processionals and things), I'd be hard-pressed to tell you which was which, except for Baptist. Also, I wouldn't be on my phone during Mass, because it's rude, but anything for an example =P.

[@sharonmullins1957]

Thank you for that information.

[@jamesflynn8443]

It is too small to be a cathedral and it did not appear to have a place for the Bishop's "throne". The term cathedral comes from the "throne" itself; "cathedra" in Latin means seat or chair (in this case the chair of the bishop). There is almost always just one cathedral in a Diocese and it is almost always a large church in a large city. Some dioceses have a "pro cathedral" or a second church for a bishop if the diocese is really large and he must spend time in both areas of the diocese--but these are rare exceptions. The little room behind the altar area was the sacristy where the church linens and the clergy vestments and vessels / candles, etc. were kept. You could see the remainder of the large "cupboard" which had long drawers to place church linens in. I doubt any of the tombs were the graves of bishops. It is more likely that they were tombs of families who helped found or build the church. The first stained glass window appeared to be of St. Francis of Assisi and the second--not completely seen--may be of the Blessed Mother. What ever happened to this parish church that it was abandoned? A new building somewhere else that removed and used the bells, crucifix, statues, etc.? And the graves abandoned to possible looters? Where was this old parish church located? The stained glass windows alone--if they had not already been vandalized by stones--would have been worth a lot of money. Very sad.

[@dillymaumoon]

I love watching your videos because you are such intelligent, respectful gentlemen. You appreciate the beauty of the places you explore and you treat them with awe and wonder. Thank you so much!

[@cameleonfleuri]

100% agree! ;)

[@sherimcdaniel3491]

Leslie, my dear friend, ONLY YOU could view a fecal-covered, broken organ in an abandoned centuries -old church and say "it's covered in bird poop but it's still beautiful!" You are definitely one of a kind!! And may I agree 100% ..... Builders and specialized craftsman in general were certainly skilled! The time it must've taken to do this....amazing! And what kind of church would have skills and such IN the floors!? That place is a bit creepier than others I've seen you go into. Disquieting. Be well and safe travels.

[@dianag967]

i love that you don't have any foul language you speak beautifully you now have a new subscriber thanks for sharing

[@linda2573]

I live in the US and love your videos. You have so much respect for your finds. Keep up the great work and thanks for sharing it with us.

[@LisaSpangenberg]

Wow, it looked like it was once a beautiful church. Loved the arches and columns and of course the windows. It looks as though none of them were broken! Please be careful in these old places. We don't want you to get hurt!

[@deborahgate965]

I loved this video! What a beautiful church! I can't believe it's sitting there not being used (except by the pigeons). So strange to leave a big hole and not return it to as it was. Doesn't seem right. Loved the windows too! Thanks from Australia! Would love to c more abandoned churches guys!😀

[@nancyvolker3342]

I'm so glad that the windows are still there.

[@robertk4898]

This is amazing! Thank you so much for going in places where I can't go. I watch a lot of these videos. I am stuck in my house all the time because of spinal injuries. I wanted to be an archeologist but life gave me a different set of circumstances. I love urban exploring and would be doing it myself if I could, so you are doing people like me a great service. At least it makes living not so boring and I get to see places I otherwise wouldn't. My Mother used to take me to graveyards when I was a kid. Some of my happiest memories of my Mom. Thanks again guys! 👍😊

[@sewlittletimetosew7633]

I enjoy your videos so very much...you are so respectful of wherever you are at. You do not play annoying music in the video and you have a wonderful speaking voice. Keep up the good work!

[@egparis18]

I think those domes were built around a timber frame that was taken out afterwards Lesley, and the bricks laid in a special herringbone pattern. Keep on exploring.

[@laureeklein9350]

My family hails from Belgium and were Priests and nuns...this gave me goosebumps! Thank you..absolutely beautiful !!

[@moparchallenger749]

Always amazes me the work that must've gone into these places only to be abandoned and forgotten This place looks to be abandoned more than 20 years Sad that it was used for so long and then only recently given up on I would like to see pictures of it when it was magnificent Tnx guys

[@chelleb8977]

The skull and crossbones represent graves. The phrase is latin for rest in peace.

[@cameleonfleuri]

@Rose Treiger Wow! I've read almost all the comments and it seems we are the only one knowing that!!!! It's sad he haven't taken the time to clean the inscriptions and filmed them. I'd really like to know which church it is to do some deeper research. Authorities might have said they were doing archeological investigations here but it clearly looks more like they came to take/remove something important or that they didn't wanted to be found by the people. ;)

[@markpaycer6908]

I do have the knowledge also. Probably the knights Templar or a earlier form of skull and bones/ Rosicrucians.

[@tracyparry8596]

The translation above the skull reads: Reader, pray to God for their souls.

[@993bluezones9]

@Rose Treiger A Knight from the Malt Order I think

[@Herr_Flick_of_ze_Gestapo]

@@993bluezones9 absolute bullshit. skull and crossed bones is a common 100% Christian symbol that has been used for nerly 2000 years on virtually all Christian graves. Kindly learn something about Christology before spouting Dan Brown nonsense about some magnificent heroic secret knights.

[@petejohnson8590]

Love your gentle respect, you kindness for the birds, you sir are a gentleman, thank you, 👍✅🥇🙏🌟

[@JD-te9tj]

I like how you are really sincere, serious about what you do, very caring...you have a very soothing voice...that helps alot. Thanks again.

[@Jojomo564]

So sad to see this church abandoned. It must have been simply stunning at one time.

[@QueenReina-rx5vx]

It's a beautiful church ⛪.. Even if it is empty... I'm in awe... Thank you... 😍 the beautiful thing is that the windows are still intact

[@aprilmorris450]

your channel is the very best of all that is available ,right now. You are so respectful of property and appreciative of architecture. I am on a fixed income due to a disability but if I could I would donate each month to you, as you are superior urban explorers. thank you for all that you do to bring some joy to people like me who can not get out. May God keep you and bless you as you venture into unknown spaces and places.

[@marilynbredenkamp9437]

I think these bros are awesome. We cannot say about another's religion, but they are respectful boys who are showing us what buildings there were so many years ago. Well done.

[@pamelagideon7762]

Great find Leslie this church is beautiful with all of its decaying. And the windows are awesome looking. Thank you Leslie for the h

[@steveanderson5888]

You need to take some pictures of that skull and investigate that and I would not be crawling on those domes you're crazy man love the video

[@539Productions]

I always love the lighting through stained glass windows, so beautiful!

[@TheSeer101]

Right! I love breaking that shit too!!!

[@cadoo5591]

@@TheSeer101 grow up

[@TheSeer101]

@@cadoo5591 LOL oh no thank you ...me and my niggas will just break shit yo

[@marytillman8758]

That little bird may be sitting on a nest with eggs. I love the beautiful stained glass! Great video!!!

[@tester8888]

Leslie, you are so cool in every possible way. I would do anything to get to spend just one day hanging out with you. If you ever want to come to USA, to 'The South', you have a place to stay! Love your videos!

[@maryrosaryawood7852]

Be careful up there. Never can tell if it's safe to walk into. Thanks for sharing this beautiful church. God bless 😇 you always.

[@Greywuylf]

I love your love for this church and how you didn't hurt the bird. I know that is such a simple statement, but it means a lot.

[@jonathanmosher72]

Why do most people in your life torture animals?

[@djwebnet5782]

Love your video's. Not so of some of the comments made here but that's life we have to live with. Keep them coming. I hope your brother had a good time with his girl friend. From the USA here.

[@picketfence2028]

Leslie, my darling, please wear a mask when around pigeons. They can carry up to 250 diseases. Another great video. Love your passion for decayed buildings. Nurse Carolyn

[@InTheirImage7]

Beautiful! Yes, those skull markers are definitely grave markers. Strange that they abandoned their digging. Great video! Thank you for sharing with us.

[@Laura-tl9vh]

It's such a same that great history and such beauty is just left to rot 😔

[@BrosOfDecay]

Pretty Sad :(

[@hcrowe57451]

skull and cross bones used common in that time era in the religious faith . That man is Dust and dust we shall return . That our time here is short compared to eternity. In The New England states The Skull and cross bones can be found on many of the graves before the 1750s and can after wards be found with angel wings with faces . each stone told a story for the generations to come . What you have uncovered in Ireland is amazing as many of the catholic crypts Priest and Monks were Buried in the Church as each one that server or group had passed on to their Reward. Your so lucky to have that kind of Historic Knowledge where you are from and its a Gift to find it and come across it . I can not believe that it was disturbed 20 years ago as you never disturb The Priests or Monks Tombs or do what they have done . You were well protected in your discovery and documentation even if you have no Christian Belief . Awesome Video . Guys .

[@richardthompson9836]

I'm 73 now but as a boy living in England, I remember a bit on the news that someone fell through the domed ceiling of an old cathedral 100ft to his death. When I saw you walking on that ceiling that story I heard came flooding back. Please be careful in these old places. Good luck and I will subscribe.

[@MichaelCOtto]

Nice find Leslie keep up the good work, we very much appreciate these locations you find and show here in America.

[@sallyann1363]

What a beautiful church. Such a shame it has been left to fall into disrepair. There is so much history is buildings like these, not to mention the beautiful architecture. Also, PLEASE show us the outside of these buildings so that we may enjoy that architecture as well. Thank you.

[@scottgrieco1975]

great vid lesley, be careful those domed ceilings are just brick and mortar, probably not very structural after all this time!

[@angelforanimals7809]

P.S. I subscribed today. Been watching your videos when they show up as a suggested video and thought I was already subscribed, I guess I wasn't. You voice adds so much to the videos, so calm and soothing. ✌️❤️✌️

[@candysantillo3325]

Absolutely stunning! Those windows! And the things you do for us,climbing all those stairs,jumping up into the dome area(that had to hurt!) to show us what you love and find interesting very much appreciated! Did you notice the tiny pieces they put together to make those domes?

[@randyporter3491]

Sad to see such stunning architecture going to waste. Just a beautiful church and so glad to showed the organ loft. Pipe organs are so cool. Walking on those domes scared the hell out of me though. Great tour !

[@H_H____]

Amazing windows, arches, domes! Just beautiful! That ending on the domes was amazing! Thank you for sharing your adventure with everyone. I love your shirt!

[@makeitso4793]

beautiful decay? never thought about it like that but yes you are right.

[@BrosOfDecay]

+makeitso Yea i like the stages of decay 😀

[@kayhalliwell4404]

These places are sometimes called hauntingly beautiful. I love them!

[@rainingmoon7]

Amazing architecture, great camera work, love your videos. Blessings to you.

[@christianehuber1145]

I have an infinite awe of these ancient walls. How many generations of people have been there? It's like plunging through the doors into past centuries. So fascinating and impressive. One should walk in such places with metal detectors more often. Heaven knows what kind of traces you will discover there.

[@ladytamaya4737]

In the last three years you did a great amount of further videos and a great job at it too. 😄. When you hopped up to pass through the window and reach the domes, my heart stopped and my knees hurt😳. You are courageous and crazy !! A thought - do wear masks or at least hand gloves 🧤 we do not want you to get sick in these abandoned dusty moldy places ! 😉👍 in all an astonishing church!!

[@01splitpea]

You've delivered once again, Leslie (sp...)! Thank you for taking us to see this fantastic old church! Loved seeing everything, from stained glass, to woodwork, to, yes, pigeons! Cheers of gratitude!

[@gustavoaimar8927]

Incredible place. The sound of the pigeons is terrifyingly funny hahaha...

[@TraceyRolandelli]

"The little house of the priest where he can have tea with his friends", lol, that is cute! It's the sacristy area, where liturgical items, relics possibly, and everything for communion is kept. The skulls and bones are marking death and burial, yes. Images like that are in Christianity, Byzantine icons also, but with the understanding that Christ has conquered death. Love your videos!

[@Cyndy101]

How incredibly beautiful. It is awe inspiring to know this church was around in mid 1800's!! I wonder how long it took to build. The bricks would have been hand made. So much history in that building. The crypt is so sacred I can't imagine just being able to stand there and touch it. The domes were literally icing on the cake for you to show those but PLEASE be careful. Maybe you guys should hook up a safety harness when you're filming something like that. 🤔😕 I could watch watch you and your brothers video's all the time. Great job and please

[@doloresdrury8018]

I can't stop watching your channel, For God sake I'm Binge watching now... Lol.. My eyes are getting tired gotta give it a break for an hour Love what you guys do.......

[@lorenaarias1952]

I'm glad to see that you are protecting your hands with gloves! Well done. That church is simply amazing!

[@tdiscbetween]

Leslie, the ten minute or less videos are the best, but I love them all! Keep it up. Tom

[@heatherelliott8575]

Thank you so very much Leslie for showing us this amazing CHURCH. I CANT BELEIVE THAT YOU ACTUALLY CLIMBED ON THE ROOF. Wasnt the organ amazing too even with the bird poop on it lol. Keep safe & GOD BLESS you and you're family ♥ SHARON TYSON XX

[@millievanilli4287]

Agree with you Leslie the stained glass windows are superb.

[@deborahbenjamin4490]

Love your videos . I am amazed often how intricately some old buildings were made. Sometimes I think people must have been smarter back then! I have always loved old buildings all my life. I have watched other explorers videos, but you & your brother are my favorites. I love how you are so respectful & reverent of the property, & your love of what you are doing.

[@genistacarroll1773]

So beautiful 😍 love the windows! Thanks for another amazing vid. Have fun with your girl Jordy!

[@lucas12111973]

Great video! Love old churches!

[@upalevelproductions]

Such a beautiful building Leslie, crazy how the floor is all half dug up like that 👍

[@jasonmarks1481]

Thank you for the tour. Also the music seemed to fit this video very well.

[@careyh38]

Love the stain glass windows.. Beautiful done.

[@theFoodLady]

gloves and masks...you make me happy

[@michsev4065]

those domes wow...how exciting yet scary...thank you for showing us one of the most loveliest Church's Ive ever seen

[@kathleenloverso5654]

What a beautiful church that must have been back in the day. Doesn't matter what kind of church it was, was a place of worship. I kept thinking of, who walked up those steps you did, Leslie ? Amazing ! So glad you all had gloves & respirators. Can get really sick from bird droppings. Change your clothes ! Lol ! Thank you, take care 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🇺🇸

[@christianemarsais3327]

moi aussi j'aime les vieilles églises, merci pour la visite, thanks!

[@abbycatlover2013]

Hello Brothers of Decay, I love your you tube channel. Your videos are very good. I admire you both are so respectful & in awe of these abandoned places whether they are a farm, house, chateuxs or palace . Some are in ruin, fire damages or in pristine condition. The places with beautiful antiques furniture, paintings, ornaments, statues, sets of glasses,plates etc Why cannot the government or the country they are from remove these things so they will not just be damaged by times. It seems such a shame to leave valuable and historic items to be damaged by the elements as these places decay. The places you visit that are in good condition, why couldn't these places be used to help their country by using them for the homeless or rehouse families in need. Many more discoveries in 2018 for you both in the New Year!!!! From your fan.... Rachael xxx

[@domn415]

Hi Leslie, Thank you for sharing another awesome tour with us!!! I can imagine what a lovely church it was in it's day..... You really should be wearing a mask with all the pigeon droppings... Keep healthy and safe in your travels!

[@shiningwhitelight9710]

You have the spirit of a Christian... ❤ 🕆❤🕆❤🕆Beautiful works you do keeping History alive & very respectful! Wishing you safe adventures! ✌

[@SarahGreen523]

I"m not Christian either, but I also appreciate the cool architecture and the historical significance of old churches. I especially like the old Catholic and Greek Orthodox churches because they are so very ornate and have cool symbolism. Love your videos! Love to see you traveling around.

[@amyhosp]

This was an awesome place to visit. I'm heard that some Catholic Churches bury religious things including bones of saints or priests under the sanctuary floor. Maybe they dug up just those things to move to a new church or to store them somewhere important. I sooo love that you guys tell the history of where you are and that you don't cuss. Cussing makes a person sound so uneducated. You've done another wonderful job!!!

[@jonathanmosher72]

The entire floors of many old churches are covered in tombs. People from the 1400's to the 1800's paid a lot of money to be buried in the floors of the church. I've been to several in Europe. I don't think they exist in America.

[@mikewmount]

Thank you for a beautiful video done with respect. Thanks also for taking the time to show shots of the pipe organ remains. From the USA.

[@lokisfriend]

You guys find the BEST places, such rich history.

[@mazharhussain4200]

Thanx for sharing such a lovely place I am Muslim and we respect all religions and good to c that now you r wearing glove safety comes first

[@genniejefferson6588]

Of course another great video. Like someone said wouldn't be able to see these places if not for you. Love watching them

[@truthfinder4222]

Beautiful! Great video!

[@guambyguambelle1864]

Old buildings are so much more interesting than newer ones! Great video, thank you for posting! And please be careful, stay safe, in these old structures. ⛪

[@BrosOfDecay]

Thank you for the nice comment where are you from?

[@guambyguambelle1864]

Bros Of Decay Reside in Southern California (thankfully not currently burning, sliding or quake-shaking) but originally from our East Coast.

[@ellietobe]

Would love to know what the inscription on the floor by that skull and bones says. That church pretty much represents Christianity in Europe today. Decaying. The windows are works of art that people just ignore. I guess that they could not be moved so they just decay. So much historical treasure overlooked in Europe. It seems like people do not even honor the possessions of their parents.

[@mortyjansen399]

Where in Europe do you live, because i am very sure you are not correct, but it could be an observation you make because of what you see in your own area.

[@license2kilttheplaidlad640]

Those domes didn't look very safe to be on that would be a long drop if they failed be careful 😉

[@autumnisnothere]

Such beautiful windows! Sad that they could not be saved and used elsewhere. I agree, the architecture of the whole church is beautiful. I wondered why it was abandoned and then saw the braces across the top holding the walls together. It was just falling apart. I also wonder why they didn't remove the headstones! Quite strange. Thank you for sharing.

[@sheritimm4803]

I love all the pigeons! They are so calming like doves in a beautiful church! Awesome video Lesley.❤️

[@gloriaamaya9031]

I really like watching this video you always have a lot respect you are gentleman thank you very much for sharing it God bless you always we love you

[@sharonmullins1957]

The architecture is breathtaking.

[@marilynsheffield2616]

one of their better videos.. love old churches .....

[@debbieg75]

Beautiful!... Another awesome video...as always💜. Lots of pigeons ! Amazing the domes were still in such good shape. That is for taking us along....,stay safe and God bless😃💜

[@hrhjrd]

Loved the video. Since the church was abandoned it was necessary to go back and re-bury the dead somewhere else. I am surprised that the tomb markers weren't taken as well. Too bad about the windows.

[@jeanetteharris9491]

Oh My Goodness! Looks so dangerous Lesley. I love the ceiling of the entry. Beautiful and so intricate. Almost mesmerizing to look at. Thanks for sharing the lovely stained glass windows. Please take good care. SE Kansas, USA

[@ginamaria2579]

Thinking it was not excavated , it was robbed, the windows are breathtaking , too bad they will lay in waste like the rest of this beautiful place . Awesome video, thanks for caring 🤗💕

[@iwanmurtanto4202]

These abandoned church is great... thanks for sharing this video... 👍👍👍

[@jannabarkley450]

Thank you for Rose Red I love all that which looks to be cherry wood, & turquoise other than your day in Paris that was nice thank you

[@joannp5806]

Beautiful stained glass. I'm working on trying to catch up on all ur videos. You do an amazing job! Nice to know ur kind towards animals to😚

[@Punki80]

Oh, do be careful in places like that, not only because of the fragility of staircases and such, but also the danger of germs. A friend of mine caught typhus from breathing pidgeon poo dust when she was a child, or where you also wearing a protective mask? I hope so! -- Oops, I just realised I´m the umpteenth person to tell you that XD

[@benchkey]

Another excellent video, thank you. As to how the brick domes were constructed there are probably many methods, I know of two. The first is using a wooden mould onto which the brick are laid. The second is free laying, that is no mould is used, the bricklayer just lays brick with sticky mortar and just keeps going round in a spiral sort of approach. Believe it or not this approach doesn't collapse while being built (at least hopefully not). From the appearance of the pipe organ, the wooden pipes remain in the back so probably the metal pipes were taken for scrap value. The back room into which you said the priest took his tea is known as a 'sacristy', It is the place where the priest dresses in vestments related to the religious service. It is also the place where items such as the chalice are stored when not in use. Essentially it is a room into which important items can be stored and kept under lock and key. As to his tea, well that would be conjecture on my part.

[@marionedmondson6191]

Thank you for the Adventure.

[@lucasbarrow5776]

back in the Era of which this church was built (1700 to early 1800s) bodies were buried in the church specifically nobles or rich merchants. those markers you found were likely grave markers but due to sanitation issues the bodies were likely moved out doors due to odour or pests.

[@christinetheresa7416]

Wow, just wow!! Great explore. And I'm super impressed at how you got yourself up through that little window like opening into the top. You are in great shape.

[@NoviceSandi]

This video is amazing. I've never seen a 'Skull & Crossbow' in a Church, very interesting. I absolutely LOVE those beautiful Stained-glass Windows.

[@victoriataylor5457]

Those windows are truly beautiful, they should be taken out and kept by someone.Do you guys know if anyone ever does that. The history of this place can you imagine is awesome. Keep up the good work

[@robertdemitro1520]

Thank you for the tour ! You asked about the skulls on the ground leading to where they did the digging,. The skulls with bones and sometimes wings were symbolic of death ! Usually put on tomb stones to remind people that death was not far off ,during the 1800s ! So yeah there were crypts in the church . It's sad how they left such a well built church ,with the stained glasses windows abandoned ! Europe has abandoned hotels in .Germany, as you visited one in Italy ! As usual your video was very good ! Cheers

[@hsimpson6581]

The domes are NOT safe to walk on i have been in churches where the have collapsed .

[@patrickverlinden71]

Yup, I know one case of a person walking on them and fell trough the ceiling.

[@amyw8715]

I’m going to say it again and again, I love your videos and your demeanor! My favorite on KZbin.