Search results for: church Gdańsk The Crypt of Skulls in St. Bridget's Church St. Bridget’s church was already one of the most interesting churches to visit thanks to its connection to the Solidarity movement and the controversial parish … Belgrade Visiting the Church of St Sava Being the largest Orthodox cathedral in the region and one of the biggest on the planet, the Church of St Sava is definitely worth a visit. And while you're at … Skopje & Kumanovo Matka Canyon & Orthodox Church of St. Spas The stunning Matka Canyon is a good reminder of how close the mountains always are in Macedonia. Situated just 15km southwest of Skopje, the 5,000 hectare site … Zadar Ancient Churches and Castles of Zadar County Admirer of Croatian history Tocher Mitchell (SME Finance Specialist)takes you on a journey of Ancient Churches and Castles of Zadar County.Like other regions … Andorra la Vella Top 5 Romanesque Churches Andorra is famous for its rich cultural and architectural heritage from the Romanesque ages, and especially for the numerous different churches, remaining from … Bucharest Fortified Churches of Romania It seems like keeping away from the crowded areas will continue to be a good idea for the near future. If you're interested in a piece of Romanian history, but … Johannesburg Soweto’s Black Madonna and a visit to Regina Mundi Church with Strauss & Co What we love about Strauss & Co art auctions is the opportunity to delve deeper into South Africa’s art history, and the upcoming auction gave us an … Oslo 5 best churches and cathedrals in Oslo Except for everything else, Oslo has a vibrant and diverse sacred and religious landscape. We're going to give you some ideas for visits to the most iconic … Wroclaw Silesia's 'Churches of Peace' Given their role in helping define one of the most important peace treaties in European history, it is astonishing that so few people outside Poland and … The Algarve Top Attractions in Algarve Fantastic beaches, curious museums, arresting churches Wroclaw John of Capistrano in Wrocław Sent to Bohemia as a ‘Master Inquisitor’ to eradicate heresy, the famous Franciscan priest John of Capistrano (1386-1456) was invited to Vretslav (as Wrocław … Warsaw Praga | Warsaw's Alternative Right Bank Gritty. Boho. There are a lot of terms being tossed around to describe Praga, the eastern district of Warsaw that hugs the Vistula River, and they’re all fairly Krakow Tyniec Abbey: Kraków's Cliffside Monastery Monastic orders apparently each have their own personality and the Benedictine order based in the Kraków suburb of Tyniec is roughly the equivalent of a … Bucharest Best Attractions in Bucharest’s Old Town When visiting Bucharest, the Old Town is one of the first places you’ll want to visit. Filled with cafes, restaurants, Johannesburg Art weekend out: 10 highlights at FNB Art Joburg 2024 Now in its 17th year, FNB Art Joburg touches down at Sandton Convention Centre from Fri, Sep 6 – Sat, Sep 8, 2024. Buy you Krakow Wooden Architecture of Małopolska Małopolska – the region of Poland in which Kraków finds itself – is something of a tourist gold mine, and diligent tourists find themselves faced with the … Krakow Kraków for Catholic Pilgrims Considered by some to be the mainstay of European Christianity, Poland is without a doubt one of the continent’s most religious countries. While the official … Ljubljana Day Trip From Ljubljana To Maribor Not only is Ljubljana a magnificent city and hugely popular with foreign tourist for short breaks, but its central location makes it super-easy for those … Venice Most Popular Attractions in Venice With some 20 million tourists roaming about its narrow streets each year, the vast majority of whom only come for a day trip and thus try to see as much as … Krakow Gorlice: Natural Beauty, Oil Heritage & WWI History ‘Lesser’ we would hardly call it, as Małopolska (‘Lesser Poland’) is perhaps the most well-endowed of Poland’s 16 provinces, harbouring beautiful mountains and … Warsaw The 'Pagan Reaction' & the Non-Christian Roots of Poland There a few countries in the world as devout as Poland. In the 21st century, an estimated 93% of the country is associated with Roman Catholicism and at least … Johannesburg Things to see and do in Brixton Intersected by the watershed, Brixton is a small neighbourhood that is home to a diverse collection of people: from university lecturers and their students to … Podkarpackie UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Podkarpackie When it comes to Polish entries on the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage List, religious buildings loom large, particularly ancient wooden churches and … Johannesburg #MyJoburg with Molly Roberts, ceramic artist and maker of special things In our #MyJoburg series, we speak to people who add something unique to Joburg's creative mix and get the lowdown on what enthrals them about this city. From … Johannesburg Interview: Threading Joburg's history with architect Kate Otten We chat to Kate Otten about her spellbinding artwork, threads, which first showed at the 2023 Venice Architecture Biennale and is now installed at Keyes Art … Johannesburg Charities and volunteer opportunities: How to help the helpers this Mandela Day To commemorate the life and deeds of Nelson Mandela, in 2009 the United Nations declared his birthday, July 18, Nelson Mandela Day. It's an opportunity to … Katowice Nikiszowiec The former workers' district of Nikiszowiec is home to some highly unique early 20th century architecture as well as an excellent Gdańsk Who was Johannes Hevelius? When talking about Gdansk’s most famous resident, you not only have to decide which name to use - Johannes Hevelius if you’re German or Jan Heweliusz in Polish … Katowice Wooden Architecture of Silesia Southern Poland is known for its monuments of wooden architecture, particularly churches, which are an extremely valuable part of the region’s unique cultural … Bucharest Top Romanian Places You Can't Miss This Summer As much as we love Bucharest - it is our home after all - we'd be remiss if we didn't share some of our favourite summertime destinations from around the rest … Johannesburg Johannesburg Heritage Foundation's 'Trio of Churches' walking tour The Johannesburg Heritage Foundation's (JHF) Trio of Churches walking tour explores three sites of spiritual significance on Joburg's ' Krakow Kraków Nights: The Night of Cracovia Sacra During this annual event, Kraków’s monasteries open their library doors to visitors to allow them to explore the troves of priceless volumes. The … Krakow Church of St. Michael the Archangel in Dębno Podhalańskie This pointed little marvel dates from the 15th century, and was added to the UNESCO list in the 21st (2003 to be exact). Built without the use of a single nail … Seville Church of the Divine Salvador Built on the site of an old mosque, Seville’s Church of the Divine Salvador is famous for its intricate altar and stunning interior art, making this an … Ljubljana Church of St Michael A short 8km journey south of the capital, the small village of Črna Vas is home to one of the most celebrated pieces of Plečnik architecture in the region. The … Krakow Church of St. Leonard in Lipnica Murowana Located an hour south-east of Kraków, local legend claims this steep-roofed structure was built in 1141, though this is a claim that’s discounted by most … Porto Church of São Francisco The city’s most impressive piece of Gothic architecture? We’ll put our tick in the box next to the Church of São Francisco. This 15th century stunner has seen … Seville Church of St Louis of France Seville really does churches well, doesn’t it? The 18th century Church of St Louis of France is found in the heart of the old town and it ravishes with two … Dubrovnik Church and Convent of Sigurata & Museum of Sigurata Convent To find this pink little baroque confection, you have to enter what looks like someone’s garden off an intimate side street. There was probably a church on … Ljubljana Church of Francis Assisi The church was constructed between 1925 and 1927, and in 1931 the belfry was added. Its bold design was considered too different from Catholic tradition at the … Lubuskie Church of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Klępsk Wielkopolska / Greater Poland Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary / Bernardine Monastery Also known as the 'Pearl of Sieraków', the Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary was built by the Opaliński noble family in the 16th century. … Tartu Church of the Virgin Mary Its full name is actually the Roman Catholic Church of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, but rather than pondering that long label, we … Krakow Church of Saints Peter & Paul With large sculptures of the twelve disciples on the church gate, plus the six saints set in the facade itself, there always seems to be a crowd in front of … Vilnius Church of the Holy Cross The history of this little church dates back to 1543 and the building of a chapel on the site to commemorate the martyrdom of a group of 14th-century … Cadiz Church of Our Lady of the Palms The Nuestra Señora de la Palma is found at the very end of one of Cádiz’s most engaging streets, a thoroughfare full of tapas bars and restaurants that will … Lodz Church of the Holy Name of Jesus The Church of the Holy Name of Jesus began construction in 1880, and was completed of 1884. Originally the Evangelical-Augsburg church of St. John the … Sibenik Church of Our Lady outside the Walls Overlooking the Poljana is this stately 17th-century church with a soaring four-storey belfry. The interior features extravagant red, yellow and white stucco … Krakow Church of Ten Thousand Martyrs The second-oldest building in Niepołomice (after the castle less than 200m away), Kazimierz the Great made no delay in establishing a local church, which he … Warsaw Church of the Holy Spirit Founded in 1388 by Janusz the Elder, Duke of Mazovia, the first Gothic wooden church was built here along with an urban hospital, the first of its kind in the … Wroclaw Church of Saints James & Vincent Formerly known as simply St. Vincent's, this beautiful monastic complex across from Hala Targowa is the site of one of Wrocław's greatest mysteries. The Piast … Lubuskie Church of the Birth of the Holy Virgin Mary in Chlastawa The northern-most point on the short and sweet Kozła Wooden Churches Trail, this wooden wonder near Zbąszynek dates back to 1637. One of a small handful of … Split Church of St Philip Neri You’ll find this little church and its bell tower seemingly interspersed between two houses right on the waterfront. Its construction was initiated in … Genoa Church of the Holy Annunziata, (Chiesa della SS. Annunziata del Vastato) No, it’s not in the prettiest square in Genoa and its imposing neoclassic façade doesn’t promise great things either but, when you step inside, and when you’ve … Trebinje Church of St Sava There is always a Church of St Sava. Constructed in the late 19th century, this church in the heart of Bileća was paid for by donations from the local Orthodox … St.Petersburg Church of the Saviour on the Spilled Blood This Moscow-style church with richly coloured onion domes looks a bit out of place in the European centre of St. Petersburg, but it’s one of the city’s most … Krakow Church of the Holy Saviour One of Kraków’s oldest and most modestly beautiful churches, the Church of the Holy Saviour stands atop an early Slavic temple. In fact, archaeologists have … Aarhus Church of Our Lady It might get overshadowed somewhat by the nearby Aarhus Cathedral, but ignore the Church of Our Lady at your peril. This Church of Denmark charmer has plenty … Bled Church of the Mother of God on the Lake The most iconic feature of the most iconic attraction in the country, it is the image of the church on the island that attracts so many curious visitors to … Vilnius Church of the Holy Mother of God Originally dating back to the middle of the 14th century, this odd-looking church which also functions as the city’s Russian Orthodox Cathedral owes much of … The Algarve Church of São Lourenço First mentioned in the 17th century, the Church of São Lourenço in Loulé is another magnificent piece of pious architecture in the Algarve, a white-washed … Cadiz Church of Santa Cruz It might be positively bitesize in comparison to the new cathedral, but the original still has plenty to offer the visitor. The oldest church in Cádiz, the … Kranj Church of St Fabian, St Sebastian and St Rok The smallest of the three churches in Kranj's old town, it does at least enjoy an enviable position at the very south end of town, high on the bluff … Gdańsk Church of the Divine Providence A giant place of worship, the Church of the Divine Providence actually is two churches within one building. Established in 1979, the cornerstone was laid by … Lodz Church of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross Church of the Exaltation of St. Cross was built in the years 1860-1880. The church is made of brick, built in the neo-Romanesque style, according to the design … Sibenik Church of the Holy Spirit Overlooking a small piazza, this dainty 17th-century affair is one of central Šibenik’s most attractive little churches, with arched roofline and a central … Zagreb Church of St Catherine This sweet sister is pretty in pink and is the essence of the term Baroque. No need to worry if you're broke either, checking it out is free of charge as is a … Celje Church of Mary's Assumption One of Celje's most physically imposing churches, it was originally built as part of a Minorite monastery and consecrated at the beginning of the 14th century. … Zadar Church Collections from the Church of St Elijah the Prophet A collection of church art treasure dating between the 15h and 19th century containing 30 icons, liturgical items, crucifixes, holy books, manuscripts, church … Warsaw Church of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary (St. Mary's) Scan the horizon of the New Town and chances are you’ll find your eyes settling on the Gothic shape of the Church of the Visitation of St Mary. Built in the … Kashubia Church of the Holy Trinity Located in the centre of town, the Church of the Holy Trinity is unsurprisingly Kościerzyna's most recognisable building. Composed entirely of red brick, its … Wielkopolska / Greater Poland Church of Our Lady of the Assumption in Leszno Church of Our Lady of the Assumption is a former Calvinist church in Leszno dating back to the 17th century, noted for its exceptional half-timbered … Lodz Church of the Assumption of Our Blessed Mary Completed in 1897 this red brick neo-gothic masterpiece saw its fair share of hard times during the ghetto years. In 1942 it was used as a warehouse to store … Krakow Church of St. Philip & St. Jacob in Sękowa Buried deep in the southeastern corner of Małopolska, just south of Gorlice and some 137km away from Kraków, this house of worship was Katowice Church of St. Michael the Archangel Like the other wooden church of note in the area, this one, which also happens to be the oldest ecclesiastic building in Katowice, began life elsewhere, in … Split Church of St Anthony of Padua The hillside hamlet of Srida sela has a large and impressive parish church built between 1898 and 1901 to serve all the hamlets that make up Gornji Tučepi. … Toruń Church of the Holy Spirit Breaking the trend of Brick Gothic architecture that Toruń is renowned for, the Church of the Holy Spirit is a baroque structure with a prime position on the … Genoa Church of Mary Assunta in Carignano (Chiesa di S. Maria Assunta in Carignano) Trebinje Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Also known as the Old Church (Stara Crka), an easier name to remember, the Church of the Nativity of the Virgin has provided a stony presence in Ljubinje since … Mostar Church of St Francis of Assisi You know that famous photo of Sarajevo’s Sacred Heart Cathedral, captured from the end of a long pedestrian street? You can get much the same image in … Višegrad Church of St Lazar The final architectural gem of Andrićgrad is the Church of St. Lazar, a house of worship built in the classic Serbian Orthodox style with a state of Petar II … Višegrad Church of St Jovan A piece of picture-perfect serenity in the middle of the forests just outside Višegrad, the Church of St. Jovan is about as delight a picnic spot as you’re … Tallinn Church of the Transfiguration of Our Lord Originally belonging to St. Michael's Convent of the Cistercian Order (located next door and now housing the Gustavus Adolphus School), the church was given to … Trebinje Church of St Clement If you’re on the search for a classic Mediterranean stone church, look no further than the church known locally as Klimentica. This little charmer is on the … Krakow Church of St. Stanisław Kostka Built in the 1930s, this is one of Kraków's youngest churches. After the war, it's parish of 13,000 was the largest in Kraków, and its position as the primary … Brno Church of St. James Brno’s Church of St. James might be best known for the humongous ossuary that lies beneath it, but don’t sleep on the Gothic majesty of this 13th century house … Poznan Church of Our Lady in Summo 'In Summo' is a Latin phrase referring to this church's position 'on high' or 'on the heights' of Ostrów Tumski. In fact, this small Gothic church was built in … Bohinj Church of St John the Baptist It may only be a small church, but bigger isn’t always better when it comes to these things. Containing some of the oldest frescoes in the entire country, the … Trakai Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary A church of one sort or another has stood on this site since 1409, with the usual history of fires and wars paving the way for additions and reconstructions … Rome Church of San Luigi dei Francesi If you are a fan of Caravaggio and want to see some of his most famous works of art ("The Martyrdom of Saint Matthew," "The Martyrdom of Saint Matthew," and … Sopot Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary - Star of the Sea Vilnius Church Heritage Museum Located inside the 17th-century former St. Michael's Church, this highly recommended museum features paintings, liturgical articles, textiles and some … Johannesburg Church Square This impressive city square is a rare bird in South African cities. The Square gardens, dominated by a statue of Paul Kruger, an iconic figure of Boer … Krakow Church of St. Francis de Sales Tucked behind a gate on Plac Biskupi, this lovely Baroque church is one of the neighbourhood's hidden gems. Named after St. Francis de Sales (known as … Krakow Church of the Annunciation The Capuchins, every coffee lover’s favourite religious order (the cappuccino was named after the colour of their hooded robes), run this modest church on the … Poznan Church of the Holy Saviour This former Evangelical Church was built in 1869 thanks to a ‘magnificent contribution’ from King Friedrich Wilhelm IV of Prussia himself. Sadly, most of the … Kranj Church of St Kancijan Of the three old town churches that distinguish Kranj’s majestic medieval skyline, the most impressive is the parish Church of St Kancijan. Built using the … Tartu Church of St. George the Conqueror A testament to the exotic beauty of Russian Orthodox architecture, this picturesque, pink church just east of the river was originally built in 1870, then … Warsaw Church of the Nuns of the Visitation Visit the church that Fryderyk Chopin attended in his youth by popping into this Baroque beauty. Pride of place goes to the original organ which our man hi Krakow Church of the Transfiguration This characteristic church at the far end of ul. Św. Jana was completed in two stages back in the 18th century: the main body of the church was designed by … Warsaw Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and of St. Joseph Known more commonly as the Carmelite Church, this structure features a stunning neoclassical facade originally created in the 18th century. It features twin … Lodz Church of the Assumption of Our Blessed Mary Built to replace St Joseph’s on Kościelny Square between 1888-97, this vast neo-Gothic red brick beauty features some remarkable altars including the superb … Tarnow Church of the Holy Family One of Tarnów's largest and most handsome churches, this brick Neo-Gothic two-towered beauty was built between 1904 and 1906 to a design by regional … Wroclaw Church of Blessed Virgin Mary Mother of Consolation Krakow Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Located at the top of a hill in Podgórze, this church is known for its outrageously kitsch nativity scene, which is on display in a separate building to the … Celje Church of St Daniel An obvious first stop on any tour of Celje's many churches, St Daniel's is located just beyond Glavni Trg on the southern edge of the old town. Originally … Wroclaw Church of the Holy Cross / St. Bartholomew's One of Ostrów Tumski's most beautiful and iconic structures, thanks to a 70m steeple and impressive entry staircase, this curious sanctuary is actually two … Wroclaw Church of St. Michael the Archangel This was Edith Stein/Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross’s preferred house of worship during her visits to Breslau/Wrocław, from the moment of her 1922 baptism … Wroclaw Church of Saints Peter & Paul Crossing Tumski Bridge from Wyspa Piasek (Sand Island), this is the first church you'll encounter on Ostrów Tumski. Original construction of this Gothic brick … Wroclaw Church of Our Lady on the Sand This massive three-nave brick church on Piasek Island traces its beginnings to the mid-12th century, with a brick monastery then built in the 13th century and … Vau i Dejës Church of St. Mary One of Albania's oldest and most beautiful churches, a 13th century Gothic chapel where national hero Skanderbeg is said to have been crowned, was located here … Shkodra Church of Our Lady of Shkodra Along the main road right below Rozafa Castle, the 17th century Church of Our Lady of Shkodra is famous for a fresco that isn't there any more. The story goes … Hvar Church of the Holy Spirit Paid for by the Brotherhood of the Holy Spirit, the 15th-century Church of the Holy Spirit in Groda is renowned for the delightful statuette of God the Creator … Gdańsk Church of the Holy Trinity This towering gothic building, adjoining a former Franciscan monastery (now the National Museum), is among the best preserved buildings in the city. It was … Gdańsk Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Built following a petition raised by the residents of Danzig-Langfuhr (Gdańsk Wrzeszcz) requesting the building of a Catholic church in the area. It was Wroclaw Church of Saints Dorothy, Wenceslaus & Stanislaus This large Gothic church near Wrocław's ul. Świdnicka is noteworthy for two reasons: its lengthy name and its function as a buffer between the bourgeois Hotel … Krakow Church of St. John the Baptist Next door to Matejko's manor house, this is one of two wooden churches in the area. Built between 1633 and 1648 in the village of Jawo Krakow Church of St. Bartholomew Founded by Kraków bishop Iwo Odrowąż who brought the Cistercians to Mogiła from Silesia in 1222, the present structure of this outstanding wooden church dates … Toruń Church of the Virgin Mary Erected in the second half of the 14th century, the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is considered to be one of the most important pieces of … Lubuskie Church of the Holy Apostles Simon & Jude Thaddeus in Kosieczyn Krakow Church of St. Michael the Archangel in Binarowa Located some 145km away from Kraków at the eastern edge of Małopolska near Biecz, this wooden beauty in Binarowa dates back to around 1500 and is the second … Split Church of Our Lady of the Rosary The slender bell tower of Our Lady is a startlingly pretty sight perched on a hill above this coastal village. The church dates back to 1752 but was … Gdynia Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Built between 1957 and 1966, this at first glance rather ugly-looking church on closer inspection reveals a story and a beauty that encapsulates so much of the … Gdynia Church of St. Michael the Archangel Originally built by nuns of the Norbertine Order in 1224, this church is now part of museum dedicated to Polish sailors and seafarers. On the northern wall is … Split Church of St Stephen the Martyr At the end of the 19th century, a growing population along the seashore at Brela was in need of a church, so the Church of St Stephen was built in 1889 on the … Genoa Church of Saint Mary of Castello (Chiesa di Santa Maria di Castello) Hidden away in the old town, this gem of a church comes as a surprise to those who stumble across it. After a short climb up from the port, the narrow alleyway … Mostar Church of St Basil The orthodox church in Blagaj was heavily damaged in 1992 but considerable effort has been put into reconstructing it in the years since. Originally built in … Mostar Church of St James The central church of Međugorje is given to St James, one of the first chaps to join Jesus on his quest and the patron saint of Spain, pharmacists, oyster … Trebinje Church of the Nativity of the Lord Jesus Christ These church names are plenty lengthy, aren’t they? Completed in 2004, the Church of the Nativity of the Lord Jesus Christ is the Serbian Orthodox church in … Munich Church of Latter Day Saints Services on Sunday with classes at 10:30 and at 12:30. Trebinje Church of Holy Transfiguraton The main place of worship in the centre of Trebinje, the Cathedral Temple of Holy Transfiguration of Our Lord could not be in a more scenic location. Safely … Bydgoszcz Church of the Poor Clares This lovely red-brick Gothic church with a few Renaissance touches was built between 1582 and 1602 on the site of a previous wooden church and hospital. … Tarnow Tarnów Cathedral Dating from the 14th century with major additions and rebuilds in the 15th and 19th centuries, the Neo-Gothic Cathedral of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary, … Warsaw St. Anne's Church & Tower St. Anne’s survived the war with a few token scratches and a collaaapsed roof, but what the Nazis failed to destroy was very nearly demolished by a team of … Warsaw St. John the Baptist Cathedral Originally built in the 14th century, St. John’s is steeped in history. The last king of Poland, Stanisław August Poniatowski, was crowned a Warsaw St. Anne's Church Located at Wilanów, a church has stood on this exact site since the 14th century, when the wooden church of St. Leonard was built here. This was replaced by a … Krakow Kościuszko Mound History produces few men like Tadeusz Kościuszko (1746-1817). Having fought with distinction in the American War of Independence before inspiri Krakow Zdzisław Beksiński Gallery One of PL's most internationally recognised and controversial 20th century painters, Zdzisław Beksiński (1925-2005) is known for his large, almost luminous, … Krakow Bunkier Sztuki Gallery of Contemporary Art The concrete carbuncle known as the 'Art Bunker' stands alongside MOCAK as the city's best contemporary art galleries. One of the few very modern bui Krakow St. Mary’s Basilica After Tartar raids in the 13th century left the original church in a heap of ruins, St. Mary’s was rebuilt in Gothic style on the existing foundations and … Poznan The Holy Blood of Lord Jesus Church The Holy Blood of Lord Jesus Church is a rector church of the St. Stanislaus Parish. It was founded in the 18th century in a tenement house where, according to … Poznan Corpus Christi Church A strange legend attaches to the church, involving the theft and unsavoury use of three communion wafers. The unfortunate wafers were later found on the … Poznan Poznań Fara (The Parish Church) In 1570 the Jesuits were invited to Poznań to improve the city’s intellectual and spiritual life. Today the former Jesuit complex dominates the south-east … Krakow Bernatek Footbridge Opened on September 30th, 2010, the Father Bernatek Footbridge (Kładka Ojca Bernatka) straddles the Wisła River just south of the centre, linking the dist Krakow 'Skałka' & the Pauline Monastery Also know as the 'Church on the Rock,' this gorgeous riverside sanctuary is one of the oldest, most legendary and important religious sites in Poland. It was … Poznan Poznań Cathedral The most stunning site on Ostrów Tumski is the structure’s oldest site, and the one ‘Cathedral Island’ is named after - Peter & Paul Cat Poznan Former Philippine Congregation House The gorgeous yellow structure adjacent to St. Margaret’s is the former home of the order of priests founded by St. Philip Neri. Poznan St. Martin's Church Although rather modest on the eyes, this is one of Poznań's, no Poland's, oldest churches, and the source of the city's extensive Tallinn Niguliste Church - Museum and viewing platform This 13th century Gothic church, now an affiliate of the Estonian Art Museum, houses a fascinating collection of medieval art and is home to Tallinn's most … Poznan Franciscan Church Built in the years 1674-1728, there's seemingly not much to this church just off the market square. Hidden behind the bland exterior, however, is an absolute … Krakow 19th Century Polish Art Gallery (MNK Sukiennice) Kraków's oldest museum and maybe its most underrated. This magnificent and historic exhibition inside the Cloth Hall Podkarpackie Corpus Christi Collegiate Church The Jesuits came to Jarosław in 1573 and soon established a college which became a leading place of theological, educational and scientific study in Poland … Podkarpackie Turzańsk Greek Catholic Church of St. Michael the Archangel Seamlessly integrated into the sublime mountainous landscape between Bieszczady and the Low Beskids in Turzańsk, stands the charming Orthodox Church of St. … Podkarpackie Benedictine Nuns’ Abbey & Holy Trinity Church The Benedictine Monastery in Przemyśl was founded thanks to Mother Mortęska, the abbess of the Benedictine monastery in Chełmno. She established a monastery in … Podkarpackie Greek Catholic Church of the Transfiguration of Our Lord This Greek Catholic church in Jarosław was established in 1717, when the then church brotherhoods of the Transfiguration (Spasa) and Epiphany received … Podkarpackie Monastery of Discalced Carmelites in Zagórz The Monastery of Barefoot Carmelites and its complex in Zagórz comprise an area of 1.75 hectares. The remnants of this late Baroque church and monastery, … Podkarpackie Chotyniec Greek Catholic Church of the Nativity of the Most Holy Mother of God. One of the oldest and finest examples of wooden religious architecture in Poland, the tserkva in Chotyniec was first built around 1600. After the deportation … Podkarpackie Blizne Parish Church of All Saints & its Complex A fine example of a regional wooden architecture from the late 15th century, this Roman Catholic Church with rich interiors was added to the UNESCO List in … Podkarpackie Smolnik Greek Catholic Church of St. Michael the Archangel Formerly Eastern Orthodox, today the church in Smolnik is Roman Catholic and known as the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It was built in … Podkarpackie Haczów Parish Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary & St. Michael the Archangel Recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2003, Haczów Church, in the Low Beskids region, is one of the oldest and largest wooden Gothic churches in … Podkarpackie Radruż Orthodox Church - Tserkva Complex One of the oldest wooden Eastern Orthodox churches in Poland, the sublime 16th-century tserkva in Radruż is steeped in myth and history. While primarily a … Toruń St. John's Cathedral The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist and St. John the Evangelist, or simply 'St. John's Cathedral' or 'Toruń Cathedral', is one of the Toruń's most … Toruń St. James' Church Built in the 14th century, St. James the Greater's Church is often regarded as the most beautiful Gothic structure in Toruń. Toruń Old Evangelical Church Poznan St. Margaret's Church Presiding over Rynek Śródecki, this charming landmark has a history that dates back prior to 1231. Its surviving Gothic elements date back to the first of many … Wroclaw Cathedral of St. John the Baptist The iconic centrepiece of the 'Cathedral Island' district in Wrocław, the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist was the first brick building in Poland, and offers … Poznan Former Dominican Church (Jesuit Church of the Holiest Heart of Jesus & the Holy Mother of Consolation) Built in the 13th century, this former Dominican church and monastery is one of the oldest religious sites on the left bank of the Warta River, and a key … Oslo Sagene Church This is a lovely neo-Gothic style church in the district of Sagene in Oslo. It has weekly lunchtime organ concerts and it's free for visitors anytime. Oslo Old Aker Church This is Oslo's oldest religious temple, which dates back to the 1100s. It's fully functioning and accessible in the central area of the city. Despite being the … Oslo Frogner Church The Frogner Church is built in 1907. The glass paintings of the church are made by Per Vigeland, the nephew of Gustav Vigeland, whose magnificent sculptures … Oslo The Trinity Church This magnificent neo-Gothic style church is famous for its facades of red tiles, and the large central dome. It's one of the most recognizable religious sites … Oslo Mortensrud Church Mortensrud Church is famous for its unusual modern architecture. The construction of the building is made of slate, glass and steel and implements the … Oslo Oslo Cathedral Oslo Cathedral or Oslo Domkirke is an impressive old building which dates back to the 17th century. The Cathedral traditionally hosts public events, held by … Katowice Christ the King Cathedral Building work began on Zygmunt Gawlik and Franciszek Mączyński's impressive neo-Classical Cathedral on June 5, 1927 with the digging of a symbolic spade of … Warsaw St. Martin's Church Found in the longest street in the Old Town (ul. Piwna, 250m long, for all you eager beavers), St Martin's Church was founded in 1356 by the Duke of Mazovia … Poznan Bernardine Church of St. Francis the Seraphic The Franciscans - wearing their brown habits and commonly called Bernardines in Poland - arrived in Poznań in 1455, building a wooden church at this site … Warsaw St. Alexander's Church The focal point of Plac Trzech Krzyży (Three Crosses Square), St. Alexander's Church is modelled on the Roman Pantheon, this church boasts a sculpture of … Gdańsk Oliwa Cathedral Taking pride of place at the western end of Oliwa Park, Oliwa's towering Cathedral was originally built as a simple wooden structure in the 12th century, Gdańsk St. Mary's Basilica Gdańsk's most visible place of worship, St. Mary's Basilica is believed to be the largest brick church in the world. The interior vault supports 37 windows, … Krakow New Jewish Cemetery This expansive cemetery was established in 1800 and was the burial ground for many of Kraków's distinguished Jews in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Once 20 … Krakow Wawel Cathedral The scene of the crowning of almost every Polish king and queen throughout history, the current Wawel Cathedral is the third to be built on the site. The first … Zagreb Katedrala Marijina Uznesenja A wonder of neo-Gothic artistry, the impressive and sharp looking towers stand out from nearly anywhere you are in the entire city. Though it's in an evidently … Zagreb Crkva sv. Franje Asiškog St. Francis would have chuckled to himself, for the wondrous stained glass windows and blue and gold ceiling combine to make for a beautiful church. Mass: … Zagreb Crkva Majke Božje Sljemenske A quaint little church built in 1932 on the top of Sljeme hill to commemorate the 1,000 year anniversary of Croatia's Christian conversion. Mass: Sun 10:00, … Krakow St. Bernardine's Church With most eyes and cameras pointing towards Wawel it’s easy to miss St. Bernardine’s, a church and monastery founded by St. John of Capistrano (1386-1456), a Fr Gdańsk Royal Chapel Often overlooked because of its gargantuan neighbour, St. Mary's Basilica, this little baroque beauty was built in accordance with the will of Andrzej … Krakow St. Joseph's Church Presiding over the heart of historic Podgórze on the south side of the district's main square, this unmissable neo-gothic juggernaut was built between 1905-09 … Krakow Stained Glass Museum Located in the premises of S.G. Żeleński's historic stained glass studio, this 'living museum' offers the truly unique opportunity of visiting an active … Poznan Our Lady of Sorrows Church Before World War II, this was the main parish of worship for Catholics in Łazarz. Founded in 1900, the red-brick Neo-Romanesque building features a latticework … Lublin Dominican Basilica and Monastery Basilica of St. Stanislaus (PL: Bazylika św. Stanisława Biskupa Męczennika w Lublinie) also known as the Dominican Church of Lublin is one of the oldest places … Lublin Lublin Archcathedral The Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist (PL: Archikatedra św. Jana Chrzciciela) is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Lublin. Built between … Tallinn St. Peter and Paul's Roman Catholic Church A relative newcomer as far as Tallinn's houses of worship go, this pseudo-Gothic church was built in on the former refectory of the Dominican Monastery from … Tallinn St. Olaf’s Church St. Olaf's 124m spire is a Tallinn landmark, and was the tallest building in Europe between 1549 and 1625. An old legend claims that the church was built to … Tallinn St. Nicholas' Orthodox Church The present Classical building dates to the 1820s, but a Russian Orthodox church stood here in the early 1400s. The young church houses many objects of … Tallinn St. Charles the XI's Church Built in pseudo-Romanesque style on the site of a 17th-century wooden church, Kaarli is an excellent example of the use of one of Estonia's greatest resources … Tallinn Holy Spirit Church This awe-inspiring, 13th-century church adjacent Town Hall Square sports an impressive Baroque tower as well as an ornate, outdoor clock that's said to be one … Tallinn Dome Church (Cathedral of Saint Mary the Virgin) What might be the oldest church in Estonia was founded in 1219 by the first wave of Danish forces. The Gothic exterior dates to the 14th century, but the … Tallinn Alexander Nevsky Cathedral Toompea's dominating landmark is the Russian Orthodox cathedral named for the duke who attacked southeastern Estonia and Pskov in the early 13th century. Tsar … Poznan St. Joseph's Sanctuary Opposite St. Adalbert's Church you'll find St. Joseph's, a Carmelite sanctuary whose late 17th century design typifies the Wielkopolska Baroque style. It Poznan St. John of Jerusalem Church Outside the Wall 'Outside the wall'? A strange but accurate name that refers to St. John’s location outside the medieval defensive wall that once surrounded the city. This is … Poznan St. Adalbert's Church This small, uniquely-shaped Gothic building was constructed in the early 15th century and is notable for its adjacent wooden belfry and Art Nouveau murals. The … Bled St Martin's Church A white neo-Gothic beauty erected in 1905, St Martin's was designed by same architect who was responsible for Vienna's town hall, and it shows in the sheer … Krakow St. Andrew’s Church One of the best-preserved Romanesque buildings in Poland, St. Andrew’s is one of the oldest buildings in Kraków and also a rare example of a fortress church. … Tartu St. John's Church This magnificent, 14th-century edifice is not only Tartu’s oldest surviving church, it’s also a treasure trove of medieval sculpture. Its most famous feature … Paris Sacre Coeur Perched like a magnificent frosted wedding cake atop the lively steps of Montmartre, Sacré-Cœur Basilica (or the Basilica of the Sacred Heart) isn't just a … Paris Notre Dame Notre Dame, the grand dame of the City of Lights! This architectural marvel isn't just a feast for the eyes; it's a smorgasbord of history, art, and … Sopot Garrison Church of St. George Designed by Louis von Tiedemann of Potsdam between 1899 and 1901 under the patronage of Empress Augusta Victoria (who chipped in 1,000 marks of her own money … Gdańsk Andrzej Bobola Church Now a Catholic church, this was an Evangelical Protestant place of worship before the war and would have been Gunter Grass’ father’s local church (Gunter and … Tartu Uspenski Orthodox Church Built in 1783 on the former site of the Dominican cloister of St. Mary - Magdalena, which was founded sometime before 1300, this striking albeit faded Orthodox … Tartu St. Paul's Church Look for this towering church topped with its distinctively square, copper spire along Riia street, just out of the centre. If the style here looks a bit … Warsaw Holy Cross Church No Chopinologist can leave Warsaw without first visiting the final resting place of his heart Wroclaw University Church of the Blessed Name of Jesus This Late Baroque church has been ranked among the most beautiful in Central Europe. It's certainly the most impressive in Wrocław. The Jesuits built the … Wroclaw St. Martin's Church This tiny and somewhat irregularly shaped brick church is all that remains of the Piast dynasty’s 13th-century Royal Castle, which once stood on the island. … Wroclaw St. Elizabeth's Church Among the oldest churches in Wrocław and the tallest buildings in the Old Town, St. Elizabeth's is unmistakable. A church has stood on this site since the 12th … Wroclaw St. Adalbert's Church This heavy, imposing church on Plac Dominikański is the oldest church on the left bank of the Odra River. It was founded in 1112 for the Augustinians and later … Wroclaw Evangelical Lutheran Church of Divine Providence This highly unusual church awkwardly squatted next to the modern glass Europeum Hotel features a classical facade and Baroque interior, as was apparently … Poznan Plac Kolegiacki Formerly a car park in front of Poznań City Hall - located in the lovely Baroque buildings of the former Jesuit College which give this square Poznan Former Jesuit College In 1570 the Jesuits were invited to Poznań to improve the city’s intellectual and spiritual life. Given a large endowment of property, they set right to work, … Poznan The Little Prince Mural This cute mural of The Little Prince - the famous character from Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's 1943 book of the same name - was created by the 'Open Doors' … Wroclaw Wrocław University Founded by the Jesuits in 1670, the magnificent Baroque main building of Wrocław University and the adjacent Wroclaw Penitents' Bridge It’s a climb, but Penitents' Bridge offers some great views over Wrocław's market square from this open-air footbridge between the towers of St. Mary …
