Saint John the Baptist church in Legnica

The church structure features a monumental two-tower façade with a semicircular apse and measures 60 meters in length and 30 meters in width.

Originally constructed in 1294 under Duke Henry V the Fat, the current building dates from 1714-1727 after the Jesuit Order took control during Counter-Reformation.

The interior combines religious elements from different periods, including a neo-Renaissance altar from 1880, an 18th-century baroque pulpit, and an 1858 organ.

The church maintains regular opening hours and welcomes visitors interested in examining its architectural features and historical monuments throughout the year.

Between 1677 and 1679, the church presbytery served as a mausoleum for the Silesian Piast dynasty under Duchess Louise of Anhalt-Dessau's direction.

Location: Legnica

Inception: 1727

Architectural style: Baroque

Made from material: brick

GPS coordinates: 51.20890,16.15860

Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:51