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Slovenia
Our next stop is the wonderful Ljubljana Cathedral, officially named Saint Nicholas Church. This magnificent structure was built at the start of the 18th century and it was rebuilt several times. What originally started as a Gothic church later evolved into a Baroque building. While walking around the cathedral you will see and learn about the mythic Slovenian doors that tell the entire history of the people of Slovenia. Entrance to the Cathedral is permitted but the entrance fee is 2 euro.
Contents
4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Cathedral of St. Nicholas, the seat of the Archdiocese of Ljubljana. …
Listen in the app2The Slovene Doors
Before entering, we must pause at the main entrance to admire the massive bronze doors, known as the 'Slovene Doors'. Created in 1996 to commemorate the visit of Pope John Paul II and the 1250th anniversary of Christianity among…
Listen in the app3The Illusionist Frescoes of the Vault
Upon stepping inside, your eyes are immediately drawn upward to the ceiling. The frescoes, painted by Giulio Quaglio between 1703 and 1706, are prime examples of Baroque illusionism. …
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The Cathedral of St. Nicholas is a testament to the enduring power of faith and art in Slovenian culture. …
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What is Cathedral of St. Nicholas?
Cathedral of St. Nicholas is a place in Slovenia with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Slovenia |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 4 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 46.0508, 14.5080 |
| Last updated |
