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Schwerin Cathedral
Schwerin Cathedral
The magnificent cathedral (Dom) overlooks the city. It is the oldest building in Schwerin, but has been rebuilt and modified throughout the centuries. Only the Paradiespforte
(the gate to paradise), which is the oldest part of the cathedral, is still preserved. The cathedral is 105 metres long. Between 1260 and 1416 it was constructed as a gothic basilica, with one nave and two side aisles. From the precious gothic interior decorations only some pieces remain: The cross altar, a bronze baptismal font from 1325, the big organ by Ladegast with its 5100 tin pipes and the triumph cross (1420), originally belonging to the Marienkirche
in Wismar, which was destroyed in 1961. Every year various concerts with international organists take place inside the cathedral. The 117 metres high steeple, however, is much younger than the organ. It was only added in the 19th century, according to plans by Georg Daniel. From its platform visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the city and its lakes.
[ Source: http://www.schwerin.com/english/Arts-&-Culture/Attractions/Cathedral-and-Market-Square ]
Related: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schwerin_Cathedral
Address: Am Domhof 4, 19055 Schwerin
Tags: Schwerin, Cathedral, Gothic, Church Organ, Concerts
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Schwerin is a city in northern Germany and the capital of the state Mecklenburg-Vorpommern (Mecklenburg-West Pomerania). The population as of end of 2007 was 95,855.
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