St. Andrew's Church, Krakow
The 11th-century Romanesque exterior of St. Andrew's. Photo
Henry.
View from outside Sts. Peter and Paul. Photo
Magdalena Rittenhouse.
Fine round towers. Photos by Magdalena Rittenhouse and Henry.
Baroque interior of St. Andrew's Church. Photo
GFDL.The humbly handsome St. Andrew's Church in Krakow provides a perfect foil to the attention-grabbing Baroqueness of the Church of Saints Peter and Paul across the street.
History
St. Andrew's Church dates from the 11th century and is the finest example of Romanesque architecture in Kraków. Local residents took refuge within the strong walls of St. Andrew's during the Tartar raids.
What to See
The simple, white Romanesque exterior with two round towers has a humble, gentle beauty.
The interior, on the other hand, was given a Baroque makeover in the 18th century and jars the senses. The furnishings include a fanciful pulpit resembling a boat.
Quick Facts
| Names: | Kosciól swietego Andrzeja; St. Andrew's Church |
| Type of site: | Parish church |
| Faith: | Roman Catholic |
| Status: | Active |
| Dates: | 11th century |
| Architecture: | Romanesque with Baroque interior |
| Location: | Grodzka 56 |
| Phone: | 012/422-16-12 |
| Cost: | Free |
Travel Resources
- Krakow Map - our interactive map plus links to more online maps
- Krakow Guided Tours - sightseeing tours and day trips
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- Krakow Hotel Reviews - unbiased reviews from fellow travelers
- Krakow Car Rentals - explore Poland with your own car
- Krakow Travel Forum - tips, answers and advice on Krakow
Sources
- Frommer's Eastern Europe, 1st ed. (April 2007).
- Fodor's Poland, 1st. ed. (May 2007).
Location Map
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