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Holy Trinity Column (Dreifaltigkeitssäule), St. Pölten

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Holy Trinity Column (Dreifaltigkeitssäule), St. Pölten

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Holy Trinity Column (Dreifaltigkeitssäule), St. Pölten

Name: Holy Trinity Column (Dreifaltigkeitssäule), St. Pölten
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Location: Mostviertel, Lower Austria, Austria

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richydiver🏳️‍🌈🚴🏼🌈🏃🏼‍♂️

June 29, 2024

Foundation dug in 1753/54, foundation stone laid for the column in 1768, which was erected by the citizens on the basis of a vow to be spared from war, earthquakes, fire and epidemics by the Trinity; in 1755 a basic concept already existed, which was approved by K. Maria Theresia; 1759 marble deliveries from Lilienfeld for the fountain basin, which was not placed on the town hall square until 1766; 1767 contract with St. Pölten sculptor Andree Gruber; 1768 ceremonial laying of the foundation stone; construction progress repeatedly delayed, 1769 up to the main cornice finished, 1774 another contract with Gruber for work up to the pyramid, completed in 1782

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René P. 🐕🇦🇹

September 4, 2024

The Holy Trinity Column was built in the 18th century (1714-1782) to thank for the end of the plague epidemic. It is an excellent example of Baroque art and symbolizes the triumph of the Holy Trinity. Take time to look at the ornate details of the column, the sculptures of the saints and the inscriptions that testify to the history of the city and its religious tradition.

Notice the fine details of the column created by local artists and sculptors. The central group of figures represents the Holy Trinity surrounded by angels and Saints Sebastian, Rochus and Charles Borromeo, who were venerated as patron saints against the plague. The column is richly decorated and is an example of the Baroque splendor that was popular in Austria at the time.

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Elevation 320 m

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Holy Trinity Column (Dreifaltigkeitssäule), St. Pölten

1. St. Pölten City Hall – Prandtauer Church, St. Pölten loop from St. Pölten Bildungscampus

2. Großer Viehofner See – Prandtauer Church, St. Pölten loop from Oberradlberg

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Holy Trinity Column (Dreifaltigkeitssäule), St. Pölten

1. St. Pölten City Hall – Prandtauer Church, St. Pölten loop from St. Pölten Bildungscampus

2. Großer Viehofner See – Prandtauer Church, St. Pölten loop from Oberradlberg

3. St. Pölten City Hall – Cathedral Square, St. Pölten loop from St. Pölten Hauptbahnhof

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3. St. Pölten City Hall – Cathedral Square, St. Pölten loop from St.  Pölten Hauptbahnhof