St. Nicholas' Church, Gothic church in Vanalinn, Estonia
St. Nicholas' Church is a Gothic structure in Tallinn's old town that rises 105 meters high and features a purple facade. The building displays characteristic Gothic elements including pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses.
The church was founded in 1201 and initially served as a gathering place for merchants and sailors of the port city. During World War II, the building sustained damage that was later addressed through extensive restoration work.
The building displays artworks created by craftspeople and artists of the Baltic region across different medieval periods. Visitors can observe how religious art shaped devotion among people over centuries.
The building is located in the old town and is easily reached on foot, with staircases inside leading to different levels. Visitors should plan adequate time to thoroughly explore all rooms and collections within the space.
The building houses a collection of artifacts from various medieval churches of the region within its crypt. This underground collection shows how artworks and religious objects have been gathered and preserved over the centuries.
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Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, offers an interesting mix of history and culture. This guide leads you to the main sights, museums, and important places in the city. You will see the old medieval town with its cobbled streets, gothic churches, and defensive towers from the 13th to the 15th century....
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Kiek in de Kök
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Old Thomas
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War of Independence Victory Column
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Maiden Tower
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Danish King's Garden
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Kino Sõprus
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Statue of Peter the Great
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Tallinn Legends
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Tallinn Art Hall
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Harju Gate
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Chocolala Chocolate Museum
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Tallinn Museum of Orders of Knighthood
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Lühike jalg gate tower
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Packing House
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Adamson-Eric museum
65 m
Hopner's House
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Assauwe Tower
185 m
Tallitorn
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Eduard Vilde monument
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Püha Antoniuse altar
0 m
Asso õu
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Father and Son
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Saarinen House
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Photo Museum
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Juhan Smuul memorial
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