Our Lady of the Rosary church in Świętochłowice, Romanesque Revival church in Świętochłowice, Poland.
Description
Our Lady of the Rosary is a brick church built in the Romanesque Revival style, featuring two symmetrical towers and rounded arches that define its structure. The building has substantial walls and clear architectural lines that make it stand out in the urban landscape.
History
Architect Max Giemsa designed this church in 1912, drawing on traditional Romanesque elements for the early twentieth-century design. The structure reflected the building practices and architectural preferences of its era.
Culture
The church serves as a central gathering place for the local community and shapes the city's character with its physical presence. Inside, visitors encounter religious artworks and stained glass that reflect the spiritual traditions of Roman Catholicism.
Practical
The church stands at Armii Ludowej 11 and is easy to locate thanks to its prominent towers. Access is typically available during mass times, and the public clock on the building helps visitors navigate the surrounding neighborhood.
Did you know?
The building earned official designation as an immovable monument in 2005 with registration number A/152/05 in Poland's heritage records. This recognition protects it as an important example of early twentieth-century architecture.
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