Church of Ascension in Vilnius, Baroque church in Old Town, Lithuania
The Church of Ascension features two elevated towers constructed between 1750 and 1754, with an exterior adorned with detailed rococo moldings and patterns.
Construction of this Roman Catholic church began in 1695 and extended until 1730 due to financial limitations, under the guidance of architect Johann Christoph Glaubitz.
The interior design maintains modest decorations, reflecting the principles of the Congregation of the Mission, which operated both the church and an adjacent monastery.
The church complex, positioned on Saviour's Hill, continues to hold regular services while undergoing reconstruction work to preserve its architectural elements.
The building combines both local and international baroque influences, manifested in its distinctive facade elements and structural composition designed by Glaubitz.
Location: Vilnius
Inception: 1695
Founders: Aleksander Kotowicz
Architects: Johann Christoph Glaubitz
Architectural style: baroque architecture
Made from material: brick
GPS coordinates: 54.67673,25.29624
Latest update: September 25, 2025 07:40
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