Church of the Holy Cross in Harju-Risti
Built: 14th–17th centuries.
This 700-year-old church with massive walls, dedicated to the Holy Cross of Christ, used to belong to the Padise Monastery. The unique semi-circular tower was created by the collapse of the original round tower in the 17th century. A bulky pillar and a low triumphal arch add archaic charm to this one of the most unique and ancient churches on Estonian mainland .
It is possible to climb up the tower in order to admire the oldest church bell in Estonia (14th c.), as well as the view of the surroundings. You can also walk on the ceiling vaults, or the attic of the church, see the restored nave and sacristy with the fireplace and cellar that are unique in Estonia.
Built: 14th–17th centuries.
This 700-year-old church with massive walls, dedicated to the Holy Cross of Christ, used to belong to the Padise Monastery. The unique semi-circular tower was created by the collapse of the original round tower in the
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Unique church of great historical interest
this 13th century church was one of the first in Estonia, founded, it is believed by the monks of Padise Monastery. There are many unique, rare and original parts to the building and its contents. In...
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Уникальная церковь
Она чуть в стороне от монастыря Падиски, но в нее однозначно стоит заглянуть. Во-первых, у нее отвалилась половина башни, но ее не стали восстанавливать полностью, а просто заложили прямую стену как...
Information
- RISTI KIRIK, Harju-Risti küla, Lääne-Harju vald, Harju maakond
- Homepage
- http://www.ristikirik.ee/?leht=sisu&id=1
- E-mail: risti@eelk.ee
- risti@eelk.ee
- (+372) 556 49256
