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Münsterbasilika St. Vitus
13th Century Romanesque Splendor
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Mönchengladbach: First Steps10 pts
Mönchengladbach: Explorer25 pts
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St. Vitus Basilica in Mönchengladbach, constructed in 1275 by Master Gerhard, showcases Romanesque architecture. Initially serving as the abbey church for the Benedictine Abbey of Gladbach, it now functions as the parish church for Mönchengladbach Mitte-Nordost. In 1974, Pope Paul VI elevated it to the status of a papal Basilica minor.
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In 1974, it was designated a papal Basilica minor.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1275
- Architect
- Master Gerhard
- Architectural Style
- Romanesque
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic
- Website
- pfarre-sankt-vitus.de
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
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