Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Łowicz
Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Łowicz, Baroque cathedral in Łowicz, Poland
The Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a Baroque structure featuring two seven-story towers topped with baroque domes, three interior naves, and a rectangular main body with an extended presbytery. The interior and exterior design together form a representative example of religious architecture from this period.
A wooden church was established at this location around 1100, later replaced by a Gothic structure in 1355 during the construction of the archbishop's castle. This transition marked a period of growth and increased religious importance in the region.
The cathedral holds the tombs of twelve archbishops and artworks by renowned artists including sculptor Jan Jerzy Plersch and painter Tomasz Dolabella. These pieces reflect the building's role as a center of religious and artistic importance for the region.
The cathedral is open during regular visiting hours and contains a museum displaying religious artifacts, historical documents, and ceremonial objects within its treasury. Visitors can navigate the interior spaces with relative ease due to clear layout and helpful signage.
During interregnum periods beginning in 1572, the cathedral temporarily served as the principal religious building of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. This exceptional role demonstrates the site's paramount importance during times of political transition.
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