Poznan Fara

Poznań, Poland

Poznań Fara is one of the city's most recognizable landmarks, the most important Christian temple alongside the Cathedral and the finest example of Baroque architecture in Poland.

Built between 1651 and 1701, the structure was engineered by Polish and Italian masters in the Baroque style, who also incorporated Roman architectural aspects such as the monumental corinthian columns in the interior. In the mid-18th century Pompeo Ferrari designed the main altar standing at 17 meters in height and the main entrance from the Old Town. In 1876 an organ constructed by Friedrich Ladegast was installed inside the Church. The Fara, like most of the city, was spared from destruction during World War II and is currently part of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Poznań.

 

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Gołębia 1, Poznań, Poland
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Founded: 1651-1701
Category: Religious sites in Poland

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Chao-Yang Fu (4 years ago)
Outside looking is just Okay (though the pink wall is rare) but inside is really beautiful and sacred.
Emi Hirosaki (4 years ago)
Super beautiful church, must visit spot in Poznan
Christopher Brown (4 years ago)
One of the most beautiful churches I visited. Extra props for the creativity with the holy water!
Eliza Anna (4 years ago)
One of the most beautiful churches in Poznan
Manoj Jayakumar (4 years ago)
Amazing church. Big and beautiful paintings
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