The Lord's Ark Church of Kraków, Modern concrete church in Nowa Huta district, Kraków, Poland
Description
The Lord's Ark Church is a modern concrete structure with a sloping roof design and a 70-meter-high mast shaped like a crowned cross. The interior features wooden surfaces arranged to create the form of a ship within the larger building envelope.
History
The church arose from years of resistance against Communist authorities, with construction beginning in 1967 after persistent local demands. Citizens and volunteers worked on the building for a decade, completing it in 1977.
Culture
The interior displays maritime elements through wooden surfaces that resemble a ship's hull. A large crucifix by Bronisław Chromy anchors the space and connects religious purpose with the boat-like structure.
Practical
The church provides wheelchair access and is situated near other museums and cultural sites in the district. The space is most peaceful during morning hours before typical visiting crowds arrive.
Did you know?
The tabernacle holds a rutile crystal brought from the Moon by Apollo 11 astronauts. This fusion of religious space with space exploration creates a distinctive connection between faith and human discovery.
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