Built in the 14th century, this bright white Holy Spirit Church with a wooden interior and an octagonal tower is one of the oldest and most magnificent buildings in Tallinn. Before entering the church, it is worth taking a look at the façade, where a clock from the 17th century still measures time. The treasures of the church include the unique cabinet altar by Berndt Notke from the 15th century and the pulpit from 1597.

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June 29, 2025

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The Church of the Holy Spirit was built around 1300 as an extension of the original chapel of the city's almshouse. It was first mentioned in 1319. The oldest part …

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January 7, 2025

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Built in the 14th century, the gleaming white Church of the Holy Spirit with a wooden interior and an octagonal tower is one of the oldest and most magnificent buildings in Tallinn. In the Middle Ages, this was the main church for the common people.

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