St. Olaf's Church, Medieval Gothic church in Kesklinn, Estonia
The spire of St. Olaf's Church reaches a height of 123.7 meters, making it the tallest structure in the Baltic region.
The church received its initial mention in written records in 1267 when Queen Margaret of Denmark granted patronage rights to a Cistercian convent.
The church functions as a central religious institution for the Baptist congregation in Tallinn while maintaining its medieval architectural elements.
Visitors can access the observation platform at 60 meters high between April and November to view the Estonian capital panorama.
The church structure survived multiple lightning strikes in 1625 and 1820, each time requiring extensive reconstruction of its tower spire.
Location: Tallinn City
Inception: 13 century
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Height: 123.7 m
Website: http://oleviste.ee
GPS coordinates: 59.44139,24.74778
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:30
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