Church of the Holy Cross

Tczew, Poland

Parish Church of the Holy Cross is the oldest building in Tczew. The church was built in the 13th century and features a Baroque interior. The high brick tower is the oldest part of the church and its wooden top was destroyed during the fire in 1982. The interior church walls feature old frescoes, the oldest of which dates back to the latter half of the 15th century.

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Founded: 13th century
Category: Religious sites in Poland

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