Church of St. Mary, Stargard

The construction of the Church of St. Mary began in 1292, but the present structure was built in the 14th - 15th centuries. The façade is richly decorated with ceramics, the towers were built from around 1380. The north tower must have been completed around 1410. The interior of the church contains wall paintings from the 15th to the 18th century.

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Key Features

  • Architecture
  • Monuments
  • Interior features

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