St. Michael's Church

Michaeliskirche (Hildesheim)
church in Hildesheim
#4 in Hildesheim / #587 in Germany
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by Ymblanter
/ CC BY-SA 4.0

St. Michael's Church in Hildesheim, Germany, is a remarkable example of Ottonian architecture, reflecting the grandeur of the Romanesque style. Constructed between 1010 and 1022 under the direction of Bishop Bernward, the church is renowned for its symmetrical design, featuring two choirs, two transepts, and multiple towers. It is particularly famous for its painted wooden ceiling, which dates back to the 13th century and depicts the Tree of Jesse. St.


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