The Church of Virgin Mary

Tartu, Estonia

A beautifully proportioned neo-Historical red- brick Roman Catholic church (architect Wilhelm Scilling) was completed in 1899 and consecrated as Sinless Virgin Mary's Secret of Faith Church.

The main altar was placed in the church 1904. Altar painting "Virgin Mary with Jesus" was painted by Ernst Friedrich von Liphardt. In 1934, a new modern organ was installed. In 1935, a large crucifix carved of linden was placed above the main altar.

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Veski 1a, Tartu, Estonia
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Founded: 1899
Category: Religious sites in Estonia
Historical period: Part of the Russian Empire (Estonia)

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4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Paolo Conti (14 months ago)
Unfortunately in a state of neglect.
Константин Костромин (5 years ago)
An impressive temple in the center of Tartu. Very shabby. But serve regularly.
Jaanus - (6 years ago)
Huvitav kirik, ümbrus vähe räämas
Priit Virula (6 years ago)
Imeilus ja huvitava arhitektuuriga kirik
Peter Kock (6 years ago)
Prachtige kerk in originele staat. Niet geopend voor publiek.
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