Ambla Church, Ambla Parish, Estonia

The medieval stone church of Ambla is the oldest in Central Estonia. Construction of the church was started in the mid-13th century. The church has been consecrated in the name of Virgin Mary, the main patron saint of Teutonic Order. In Latin the church is called Ampla Maria (Mary the Majestic), which also has given the name for the village.

The Renaissance-style interior was mainly destroyed in Livonian Wars, but there still exist an altarpiece and pulpit made in the 17th century.

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Muhkel “Muhkel.ee” (3 years ago)
Fascinating church, worth a visit

Istvant T1ch1 (5 years ago)
Rich history here, I kato> I am getting supplies and having fun stopping places for 9. I had a very good time here and noticed that when I sing the sound bounces of walls very nice. About this time last year I attended a friend of mine funeral service for his daughter back in USA in Boise. I thought it fantastic to release Monarch butterflies. I also enjoyed shaking hands and looking a very plastic man in the eye. Now one year later it is sad to reflect, But the church here brings back good thoughts.

Ene Kirsi (5 years ago)
Nice, equivalence ... also interesting history

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