Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk
Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk, Parish church in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium.
Description
Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk is a Neo-Romanesque church building in Sint-Niklaas featuring a 50-meter tower crowned with a golden statue of Mary. The tower rises prominently above the town and serves as a visible landmark.
History
Construction began in 1841 under architect Louis Roelandt, marking a turning point in the city's religious architecture. The project shaped Sint-Niklaas' spiritual identity during the 19th century.
Culture
The interior showcases neo-Byzantine wall paintings by Godfried Guffens depicting scenes from Mary's life and Christ's glorification. These decorations tell religious stories through images that cover the church walls.
Practical
The church is located at Onze Lieve Vrouwplein in the town center and is easy to reach on foot. The building is undergoing restoration work, so check ahead about visiting possibilities.
Did you know?
Since 2014, peregrine falcons have made the church tower their nesting site and breed there regularly. This unusual occupation by birds of prey is monitored through webcams, making the structure interesting for birdwatchers.
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