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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.
The Holy Spirit Church is part of Tallinn’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is one of the city’s most important medieval ecclesiastical buildings.
TripAdvisor® Traveler Reviews
tripadvisor rating 4.4 of 5
based on 517 reviews
Best admired from the outside.
tripadvisor rating 3 of 5If I am honest, I think the church is best admired from the outside. The bright white Church of the Holy Spirit is one of the oldest and finest structures in Tallinn. Look at the façade and you will... Read more comments
A medieval beauty
tripadvisor rating 5 of 5Initially built in the 13th century, with additions and alterations added afterward, this medieval church is a must-see for history buffs or those who want to enjoy medieval Tallinn. You are asked to... Read more comments
Plain white walls … but the clock is amazing
tripadvisor rating 4 of 5The outside of this church is white washed and you could be forgiven for thinking it bland … but the clock is beautiful and is found on the outside. Inside is great too and worth a visit for sure.
