Nathan Bergeron Photography
Vien(na) Voir!
Welcome to the Peterrskirche or St. Peter's Church, which has a very long and winded history. Can you imagine that a church has stood here in this very spot since the second half of the 4th century, but unfortunately nothing is left of that one and this is where this, now the second oldest church in Vienna stands. It's typical Baroque style, and is most likely the finest example of this architecture throughout the city.
This church was constructed from 1702 to 1708, but not totally completed until the same architect that constructed the Belvedere Palace completed it in 1732, 30 years after it was started!
The church is squeezed into a tight spot on Petersplatz and due to the lack of available space, it was built in a very compact form, with its oval interior housing an great amount of space. The church made an overwhelming impression on Laurie and I with it rich interiors and dome.
The oval dome blew me away and I'm happy I came away with a photo like this, it was quite dark in there and no tripods allowed of course. From where I'm standing to the top of the dome reaches 54 meters.
Thanks for stopping by and don't strain your neck looking up!
Have a terrific week everyone! =)
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Vien(na) Voir!
Welcome to the Peterrskirche or St. Peter's Church, which has a very long and winded history. Can you imagine that a church has stood here in this very spot since the second half of the 4th century, but unfortunately nothing is left of that one and this is where this, now the second oldest church in Vienna stands. It's typical Baroque style, and is most likely the finest example of this architecture throughout the city.
This church was constructed from 1702 to 1708, but not totally completed until the same architect that constructed the Belvedere Palace completed it in 1732, 30 years after it was started!
The church is squeezed into a tight spot on Petersplatz and due to the lack of available space, it was built in a very compact form, with its oval interior housing an great amount of space. The church made an overwhelming impression on Laurie and I with it rich interiors and dome.
The oval dome blew me away and I'm happy I came away with a photo like this, it was quite dark in there and no tripods allowed of course. From where I'm standing to the top of the dome reaches 54 meters.
Thanks for stopping by and don't strain your neck looking up!
Have a terrific week everyone! =)
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