Holy Cross Church

Brzeg, Poland

The Holy Cross Church was built between 1734 and 1739 (the towers were built in between 1854 and 1856) in the location of the destroyed in 1545 monastery of the Dominicans - for the need of Jesuits which arrived to the town in 1677 (architect J. Frisch). The church has a single-aisle, with a number of side chapels and the tribunes. The ceiling stands out due to J.Kubena frescoes (1739-1745) presenting the glory of the Holy Cross, the missions of the Jesuit Order and figures of saints.

References:

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Religious sites in Poland

Address

plac Zamkowy 3, Brzeg, Poland

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Details

Founded: 1734-1739
Category: Religious sites in Poland

More Information

en.wikipedia.org

Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

Interesting Sites Nearby

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User Reviews

Paweł K (2 years ago)
A beautiful church located next to the Silesian Piast castle.

Stanisław Adamski (2 years ago)
It doesn't impress from the outside, but once you enter, you are surrounded by a baroque pearl. He throws us on the floor. Not only is it worth it, but it is necessary.

Grzegorz R. (2 years ago)
The church is located right next to the castle in Brzeg. It was built in the first half of the 13th century. It can be said that there is one of the most beautiful churches in the province. Opole. The vaults and walls are decorated with Baroque painting, it consists of 115 scenes on icons with various content. Worth a visit when visiting the castle.

Viola Kowalska (2 years ago)
I highly recommend seeing this church live. It is in the Baroque style. Beautiful paintings on the walls and ceiling are impressive. Whenever I am there, I discover it anew.

Krzysztof Senecki (3 years ago)
I recommend visiting this place is unique

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