Originally built as a refuge for the poor, this 14th century medevial church is not ornate like the large European cathedrals , but still interesting. I believe there is an entrance fee to get inside. The outside is fairly stark and inside it reminded me of the colonial Protestant churces in the USA. Be sure to go up into the balcony to see the exhibitof rare stained glass.
Look for the outside clock in the old 'town square' to find this 14th C jewel.[The Holy Spirit Church] We only entered because the door was open. Inside we were greeted by wonderful organ music. We walked around and just marveled at the incredible biblical paintings on wood; all over on everything! I hope my pictures do the interior justice. For if they do, you will want to visit. It is like you are back in the 14th C; with no palace or cathedral glitz! There is a WWI memorial to British Royal Navy and Air Force. I can only imagine attending a service here. Really beautiful.
This and the Dome Church (St. Mary's) are two of the most interesting churches in Tallinn. If I had to choose only one this would be it. Look for the figure atop the pulpit canopy. It looks suspiciously like a pope and that seems unusual for a Lutheran church (maybe it is St. Peter in the garb of a pope).
and the clock and all, i really didnt get what's the big idea. it's not anything amazing. maybe if you need a place of quiet from the ourside world or a place to worship it's better. i also do not understand the idee of charging an entrance fee at a church
Located close to the Town Hall Square, the Church of the Holy Spirit was built in the 13/14th centuries to serve the central area - as it still does today. This is a small but beautiful and atmospheric space finely decorated with 17th century paintings, an intricately carved and adorned altar and good stained glass. It also has a number of interesting memorials. If you're spending any time in Tallinn, you'll pass the fine spire and astronomical clock of this magnificent church several times - just make sure you go inside.
I visit this place every year. From outside it does not look special But when you go in, you will see and feel it. It is worth of its name - holy spirit place.
Appearance of this church is humble. but the atmosphere is great. It should be paid (less than 1 euro). But the church is still worth a visit.You can carefully observe its wall carvings and paintings. Although some of them had mottled or incomplete. but also look out of its historic and artistic.great chapel.
A beautiful, moving space, with justly famous altar piece by Lubeck artist Berndt Notke. Still full functioning as a place of worship. Also regular music recitals.
We called in on a Friday evening. There was no charge but that might have been because there was a service on. We had been inside several other churches that evening that had members of the church in and there was no charge.
We visited here for around half an hour as part of a tour group from a cruise ship. We loved the outside and inside of the church, it was so beautiful and full of history. We were treated to a medieval music concert whilst here, which we enjoyed immensely. Definitely make this a place you visit whilst in Tallinn, it is well worth it!