Kościół św. Anny w Wejherowie, Franciscan church in Wejherowo, Poland
Description
St. Anna's Church is a brick baroque structure with a single nave and side chapels arranged in a cross plan, giving it a distinctive shape. A wooden loggia on the northeast side is a notable architectural feature of the building.
History
Construction of the church began in 1648 under the initiative of Jakub Weiher, who founded it as part of a Franciscan monastery complex. The monastery became an important spiritual center for the local community over time.
Culture
The side chapel displays a painting of the Mother of Wejherowo, crowned by Pope John Paul II in 1999, which remains an object of veneration for many visitors today.
Practical
Underground crypts with remains of the Weiher and Przebendowski families are accessible by prior telephone arrangement. Planning ahead is recommended to ensure entry to these historical burial sites.
Did you know?
The church displays elaborate mechanical nativity scenes each December since 1948, attracting local visitors and pilgrims. This annual tradition combines skilled craftsmanship with seasonal celebration in a memorable way.
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