Old Cathedral of Sankt Andrä, Parish church in Sankt Andrä, Austria.
The Old Cathedral of Sankt Andrä is a parish church featuring Gothic exterior design built on a Romanesque foundation that was expanded over centuries. The structure incorporates architectural styles from multiple periods reflecting various phases of renovation and development.
The original structure was completed in 1683 forming the core of the building today. Extensive Baroque modifications between 1693 and 1700 transformed it into its present form.
The interior displays altars and stained glass windows showing biblical scenes that reflect the artistic techniques of different periods.
The church is located on Kirchenplatz and welcomes visitors wanting to explore its architecture and history. It is helpful to check opening times in advance since these may vary by season.
The church tower preserves three stories from the original Gothic design revealing its earlier identity despite extensive later changes. These surviving Gothic elements offer insight into how the building looked before Baroque modifications.
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