Ridala Church

Ridala, Estonia

The oldest parts of the Ridala church were built in the late 13th century. It was expanded in the 15th century when the tower was built on the southern side. Ridala Church is one of the most valuable churches in Läänemaa from the artistic point of view. It has been dedicated to Mary Magdalene whose figure in the church is one of the oldest sculptured figures in Estonia.

The medieval paintings, altar, triumphal arch group and pulpit are very remarkable. In the churchyard the most valuable things are the trapezoid gravestones dating back to the 13th century with sun cross and arbour vitae motifs. The two massive stone crosses near the main entrance of the church are very old.

Reference: Visit Estonia

Address

Kolila küla, Ridala, Estonia

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Religious sites in Estonia
Historical period: Danish and Livonian Order (Estonia)

More Information

www.eelk.ee
www.visitestonia.com
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Rating

4.8/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Ergo Leilop (3 years ago)
One of the oldest and most original preserved architectural monuments.

Maie Sillamaa (4 years ago)
It seemed that the church was being taken care of

Bekky Volume Music (4 years ago)
Good too see it

Tarmo Tui (4 years ago)
One of the oldest churches on the continent, very powerful... Is there a cult stone next to the church...???

Monika Pihlakas (5 years ago)
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