wtorek, 13 sierpnia 2013

MUST SEE: Saint Mary’s Church


This gothic church was built by Franciscan friars in 14th century. According to the severe principle of the convent, which demands a life in poverty, the church does not have a tower nor rich architectural decorations. It is one of the most outstanding sacral and architectural achievements in Poland. In the 14th century it was the highest church in Central Europe with the naves almost 30 meters high.

Inside there are wooden stalls from early 15th century, intricately crafted pulpit, organs, medieval paintings and epitaphs of fine Torun families. In 1636, Anne Wasa, a sister of a Polish king Sigmund Wasa III, was buried there.

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