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Lower Silesian Voivodeship
powiat legnicki
Legnica

St. John the Baptist Church (Kościół św. Jana Chrzciciela)

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Poland
Lower Silesian Voivodeship
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Legnica

St. John the Baptist Church (Kościół św. Jana Chrzciciela)

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St. John the Baptist Church (Kościół św. Jana Chrzciciela)

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    March 13, 2022

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    The first church building stood here as early as the 11th century. The church and the adjoining monastery were handed over to the Franciscans in 1284.
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    September 30, 2025

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    The Church of St. John the Baptist in Legnica (Kościół św. Jana Chrzciciela) is a significant sacred building with deep historical roots and Baroque splendor. Here are the key details:

    🏰 Historical Overview
    Foundation: Originally built in the 13th century as part of a Benedictine monastery, later a Poor Clare monastery.


    Remodeling: Remodeled in the 17th century in the Baroque style, with a magnificent interior.

    After Secularization: Served for a time as a warehouse and was later used as a church again.
    🎨 Architecture & Furnishings
    Style: Mainly Baroque, with Gothic foundations.


    Interior:

    Richly decorated stucco ceilings and altars.
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    Elevation 130 m

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    Location: Legnica, powiat legnicki, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland

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