Sacred Heart Church, Art Nouveau church in Stare Miasto, Kraków, Poland
Sacred Heart Church is an Art Nouveau church building located in Kraków's Old Town. The structure features red brick walls with gray stone details and is designed as a three-nave basilica with a tall tower.
Construction took place from 1909 to 1912 under architect Franciszek Mączyński's direction. The formal consecration occurred in 1921 after World War I had ended.
The name refers to the veneration of the Sacred Heart, a religious focus deeply rooted in this region. Visitors can observe how this spiritual emphasis is expressed through the interior decoration and spatial arrangement.
The building is located on Garncarska Street and is free to enter. Visitors should be aware that access may be limited during worship services.
Inside is a notable mosaic frieze depicting Polish saints and historical figures paying tribute to Christ. This artwork shows how religious imagery is interwoven with local history.
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