Churches/ Cathedrals in Warsaw

Churches & Cathedrals in Warsaw, Poland

Churches & Cathedrals in Warsaw

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  • Raintree_Thailand
    Bangkok, Thailand3,512 contributions
    Although having a long history, including the site of coronations and royal weddings, the cathedral was completely destroyed in WWII. In fact, major fighting took place even in the interior of the church and the Germans smashed a tank into the building during one battle and planted charges to level all the walls. One of the interesting attractions in the cathedral is a statue that was one of the few recovered from the church after bombing during the war. Like most of Warsaw, the church as rebuilt after the war, in basic Gothic style, with a rather simple interior.
    Written January 3, 2023
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  • Sachin0408
    Bengaluru, India938 contributions
    So its inevitable that you visit warsaw and you are not greeted by a flurry of churches and cathedrals. All of which are unique and distinct in style. You can see them in Barouqe style, Gothic Style and a few in Orthodox style too.

    The Metropolitan Cathedral of St. Mary Magdalene Church is one such Orthodox church which is visited bymany tourists. I was with my hostess who took me here and I am glad I entered the church to witness its beauty. Must visit by all means.
    Written February 20, 2019
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  • pawel_hbg
    Sopot, Poland9,991 contributions
    This Cathedral was built in the beginning of 20th century in Neo-Gothic style during time when Poland was not on the map after partitions between the Russian, Prussian and Austro-Hungarian Empires. Warsaw was incorporated within the Russian Empire and that time it was almost impossible to get a permission to build a Catholic church. As a example not far from here there was already the Orthodox Church of Mary Magdalene, the tallest building in Praga which was seen as a symbol of domination by the Russians. Church is beautiful, especially at night.
    Written November 20, 2021
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  • Raintree_Thailand
    Bangkok, Thailand3,512 contributions
    Often confused by tourists with the nearby Carmalite Church of the same era, the Church of St. Joseph of the Visitationists has a multi-pillared and its Baroque/Rococo interior is even more ornate than the Carmalite Church. There are some beautiful masters' paintings inside and a unique gilded boat pulpit. Also, a beautiful organ. Chopin reportedly played organ at this church every Sunday for several years. In front of this church is the monument to Cardinal Stefan Wyszynski.
    Written January 4, 2023
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  • Roberts69
    Northampton, UK18,167 contributions
    The cathedral is located opposite the Warsaw Uprising Monument on the edge of the Old Town. It was completely destroyed in 1944 and so between 1946 and 1960 the church was restored to its former glory. The front façade is marked by a large tympanum pointed by a sculpture depicting the Holy Mary and sided by two low towers. On both sides of the main entrance there are a number of stone tablets commemorating notable Polish military units of the past, as well as an anchor and a propeller symbolizing two branches of the Polish armed forces. The church's lobby is marked by a number of symbolic paintings depicting some of the most prominent Polish battles and Uprisings. Additional battles are depicted on a bronze gate.

    The main altar contains a sculpture of the patron saint of the church, Our Lady Queen of the Polish Crown. Beneath the sculpture there is a steel grating with hundreds of military decorations and votive plaques donated by the soldiers. To the left there is a small Chapel of the Polish Soldier - a Mausoleum of the Defenders of the Motherland. Among the battles featured on stone slabs there are the battle of Cedynia, battle of Grunwald, battle of Vienna, battle of Westerplatte, defence of Warsaw, Warsaw Uprising and the battle of Berlin, as well as other battles of World War II. A chapel to the right of the altar is devoted to the victims of the Katyn massacre. Approximately 15,000 small tablets mark the names of the Polish officers mass murdered by the NKVD in 1940, while an additional 7,000 wait for the names of those, whose bodies are yet to be found.

    A good Church for those with an interest in Military History.
    Written November 2, 2022
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  • Mathias S
    333 contributions
    An interesting neo-renaissance church on a nice square in Warsaw, a bit south from the centre. Not a must-see, but nice.
    Written April 15, 2019
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  • Alessandro-Pietro
    Magdeburg, Germany2,045 contributions
    On the search for the synagogue we first find this beautiful church at square Grzybowski. The outside is quite impressive, rather modest the inside. In front of the church there is a monument of the still beloved pope John Paul II. Pious people lay down flowers there. Be respectful and don't disturb the believers inside the church.
    Written October 10, 2018
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  • Mikael F
    Helsinki, Finland30,625 contributions
    This beautiful church is located immediately adjacent to St John's Cathedral.

    Originally, the church was completed in 1626. The church was destroyed during World War II. After the war, it was rebuilt in a simplified architectural style.

    The interior is quite modern because very few of the original furnishings were preserved.
    Written December 13, 2019
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  • Raintree_Thailand
    Bangkok, Thailand3,512 contributions
    Not exceptional, but still an interesting church, with a mid-sized rotunda and dome. Located on a small patch of land surrounded by streets. You can say a prayer of thanks if you safely maneuver through the traffic to reach the church.
    Written January 3, 2023
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  • CJTravelerTexas
    Texas8,987 contributions
    This church, located in Warsaw New Town and rich in history, dates back to the early 1600s, and has undergone changes throughout the years. It was destroyed during World War II by the Germans and subsequently rebuilt In its current form it is an impressive house of worship.
    Written September 30, 2019
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  • Aleksandar
    Belgrade, Serbia8,215 contributions
    Great looking church, somewhat hidden and off the main tourist paths.
    However, it's in the old city so it's quite easy to find it and get there, so worth checking out.
    Written November 24, 2016
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  • Tomasz Z
    1 contribution
    These are not pictures of the Church of St. Jacob the Apostle. I do not recognize where are from, but it certainly does not represent the church.
    Written August 25, 2012
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  • Mathias S
    333 contributions
    It is just a mosque, and not even in a shape typical for a mosque, although the arcade in front of it points to the oriental link of this place. Inside - nothing special.
    Written April 15, 2019
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  • 545medva
    Budapest, Hungary3,972 contributions
    When you visit the Wilanow Royal Castle, it is worth to look in this very nice church. It was a family church of Polish nobles, like Potocki. Beautiful decoration inside.
    Written June 27, 2019
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