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Church of the Holy Spirit in Tallinn
Built in the 14th century with timber interior and a hexagonal tower, the bright white Church of the Holy Spirit is one of the oldest and finest structures in Tallinn. Before entering the church, take a look at the façade with a clock that has been measuring time since the 17th century. The treasures inside include a unique altar created by Berndt Notke in the 15th century and the pulpit built in 1597.
In medieval times, it was the main sanctuary for commoners. After the Reformation, the first Estonian sermons instead of German ones were held here, and Johann Koell's Catechism, written by the pastor of the church and published in 1535, is considered the first book in Estonian.
In medieval times, it was the main sanctuary for commoners. After the Reformation, the first Estonian sermons instead of German ones were held here, and Johann Koell's Catechism, written by the pastor of the church and published in 1535, is considered the first book in Estonian.
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Very old church
tripadvisor rating 3 of 5A not very big church, very old (beginning of the 14th century), interesting. The architecture is somehow special, with massive columns located on the central axis of the church and arched vaults... Read more comments
Significant Church in Tallinn
tripadvisor rating 5 of 5This Church is not popular when compared to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, St. Olav's Church or St Mary's Cathedral but is historically significant. It dates back to the 1300s and was the first church... Read more comments
highly recommend
tripadvisor rating 5 of 5Lovely little church with its wooden interior and old clock near the front door. Highly recommend a visit and it is just off the main square.
