Riga Saint Peter’s Church

Riga Saint Peter's Church

One of the symbols of Riga is a large brick Gothic church with an unusually tall spire in Baroque style, constructed in 1209 – 1746.

Aqaba Church

Remnants of the oldest known purpose-built church. Its construction was started between 293 and 303 AD.

Aglona Basilica and monastery

Aglona Basilica

The most important pilgrimage church in Latvia. This basilica was constructed in 1768 – 1780 together with a monastery.

Megiddo church

Mosaic on the floor of Megiddo church

Remnants of one of the oldest known church (rather – a prayer hall) buildings. It was built in the 3rd century AD and there is found a fine mosaic floor with Greek inscription mentioning Jesus Christ.

St. Stanislaus Kostka Church

St. Stanislaus Kostka Church in Chicago

A beautiful church in the so called “Polish Cathedral” style – a localised variation of Neo-Renaissance style. This ornate building was constructed in 1881.

St. Mary of the Angels in Chicago

St. Mary of the Angels in Chicago

Large, ornate building in the Polish Cathedral style. The church was constructed in 1914-1920 in Neo-Renaissance style, inspired by St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome.

St John Cantius Church

Interior of St. John Cantius Church

One of the most beautiful Polish churches in Chicago, built in 1898. There are several such Neo-Baroque – Neo-Renaissance style churches in Chicago and its vicinities. The interior of the church is especially ornate and even sumptuous.

Unity Temple in Oak Park

Unity Temple in Oak Park

This church is considered to be the first modern building in the world, with immense influence on the development of architecture in the 20th century. It was built from reinforced concrete in 1908 and designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. This is the Unitarian Universalist church in the congregation that was attended by Wright.