Cathedral Basilica of the Holy Cross

Opole, Poland

The Cathedral Basilica of the Holy Cross (Bazylika Katedralna Podwyższenia Krzyża Świętego) was built in the 15th century on the site where before there was a structure of the 11th and 13th centuries. It was rebuilt several times. With towers with a height of 73 meters is the tallest structure in the city. In the temple there is a painting of the Virgin of Opole, brought there permanently in 1702.

References:

Wikipedia

Address

Katedralna 4, Opole, Poland

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Details

Founded: 15th century
Category: Religious sites in Poland

More Information

en.wikipedia.org

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User Reviews

Khatule Ella (8 months ago)
Thank God for nice Church to visit in center city .

Denis “Jankowski” (2 years ago)
You can meditate here!

Mariusz Pelc (3 years ago)
The Cathedral is currently undergoing renovation work. Begins to look stunning.

Harald Cools (4 years ago)
Parafia Podwyższenia Krzyża Świętego – Parish of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross - a Roman Catholic parish located at 2 Katedralna Street in Opole. The parish belongs to the Opole deanery in the Opole diocese. (Source: Wikipedia) Truly beautiful Roman-Catholic Church with a wonderful interior and definitely worth visiting!

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