Saint John the Baptist church in Gniezno, Gothic church in Gniezno, Poland.
The church features a single nave structure with a low presbytery and a western tower, exhibiting traditional Polish Gothic brick architecture.
The Order of the Holy Sepulchre founded the church in 1331, and it received consecration in 1333 as their regional headquarters.
The presbytery contains 14th-century wall paintings depicting Old Testament kings, prophets, and scenes from Christ, Mary, and John the Baptist.
Located at ul. Św. Jana 2 in Gniezno, the church maintains restricted access to protect its medieval frescoes from light and humidity.
The interior features rib groin vaults with artificial stone elements decorated with figurative, animal, and plant ornaments from the medieval period.
Location: Gniezno
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
GPS coordinates: 52.53780,17.59750
Latest update: March 3, 2025 10:51
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