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St. Mariä Himmelfahrt (Nordwest)
Baroque Legacy Near Cologne Cathedral
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St. Mariä Himmelfahrt stands as a notable example of Baroque architecture in Cologne. Designed by Christoph Wamser in the 17th century, it was modeled after the Jesuit Church in Molsheim. It was the largest church in the city after the Cathedral for many years.
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Valentin Boltz later took over the construction supervision.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1629
- Architect
- Christoph Wamser
- Architectural Style
- Baroque
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
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