Väike-Maarja Church

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Description

Väike-Maarja church was built on top of a chapel. It was first mentioned in 1346, main construction works took place in the 1370s. The church has relatively thick walls: 2,4 m in average, also had two embrasures near the western tower. There are also German and Estonian chapels, built in 1770 and in the beginning of the 19th century.

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Address
Tamme 4, Väike-Maarja, Estonia

Established
1370's

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