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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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Ornate main altar...
tripadvisor rating 4 of 5The 13th century Holy Spirit Church of Tallinn was unassuming but striking in its simplicity. Its ornate main altar was suspended and a true work of art. Probably most known for its outdoor clock... Read more comments
Its all about the clock..
tripadvisor rating 4 of 5I went there very early in the morning to photograph the outside of the building as it was still floodlit and the street lights were on. Its more impressive than the Town Hall building in the square... Read more comments
An underwhelming church.
tripadvisor rating 2 of 5This is a rather underwhelming church, located a two minute stroll from the central town hall square. The ancient clock is lovely, though.
