Aglona, Latvia
Basilica of the Assumption, Aglona
The Aglona Roman Catholic Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Aglona is one of the most important Catholic spiritual centers in Latvia. Construction of the present church, which is in the Italian Baroque style, began in 1768 and was completed in 1780. Dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, it was consecrated in 1800 by Bishop Jan Benisławski.
- City
- Aglona
- Country
- Latvia
- Category
- Religious
- Suggested visit
- About 45 minutes
Background: Wikipedia