Sint-Petrus' Stoel van Antiochiëkerk, Gothic church in Sittard, Netherlands.
Sint-Petrus' Stoel van Antiochiëkerk is a Gothic basilica in Sittard with three aisles and a five-sided choir, dominated by a prominent western tower of brick and limestone. The interior space is divided by columns, while the tall tower creates a defining feature of the city's skyline.
The church gained collegiate status in 1299 and housed twelve secular canons until dissolution during French rule in 1802. After that period it lost its ecclesiastical role for several decades before eventually resuming its function.
The name refers to the Apostle Peter and his seat in Antioch, which holds special meaning in Christian tradition. Visitors can sense this historical connection through the interior design and the artworks displayed throughout.
The church sits on Kerkplein square in central Sittard and is easily reached on foot. The tall tower is visible from many parts of town and serves as a helpful landmark for finding your way to the square.
The tower houses a carillon of 50 bells installed in 1988 as a farewell gift for Dean Janssen. Six of these bells date back to 1949 and were incorporated into the modern collection.
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