Püha Church, Medieval church in Saaremaa Rural Municipality, Estonia.
The stone structure features a late 13th-century choir section and a 14th-century nave with vaults, displaying traditional fortification architecture elements.
During the Livonian War of 1576, numerous local inhabitants lost their lives inside the church during an attack by Russian troops under Tsar Ivan.
The late Baroque altar wall, completed in 1793 by carpenter Gottfried Böhnke, demonstrates architectural influences from Riga Cathedral's design elements.
The church stands 16 kilometers northeast of Kuressaare, the main city of Saaremaa Island, making it accessible for visitors exploring Estonian religious architecture.
A special chamber within the church structure was specifically constructed to provide accommodation for traveling pilgrims during medieval times.
Location: Saaremaa Rural Municipality
GPS coordinates: 58.30059,22.72572
Latest update: March 26, 2025 02:09
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