Unique wooden architectural monument (1655–1658). It is the oldest wooden church in Latgale. Indrica catholic church was built even before reformation. With the spread of Lutheranism in Indrica, Protestants took possesion of the church. In 1695 landlord Jānis Andrejs Platers accepted Christianity and in 1698 the church was rebuilt and handed over to Catolics. In the choir room there is an old-fashioned organ with peculiar woodcarvings. There are 4 altars with woodcarvings and ancient paintings. Book your visit in advance!
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Address:
Indrica, Kalniešu pagasts, Krāslavas novads
Phones:
Mob.phone: +371 26263061
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Coordinates:
55°50'53" N, 27°19'26" E
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District:
Kraslava
Working days a week:
Monday - Sunday
Working season:
All year
Parking lot:
Yes
Toilet:
DC
Measures:
Yes
Excursion:
Yes
Feeding:
No
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Unique wooden architectural monument (1655–1658). It is the oldest wooden church in Latgale. Indrica catholic church was built even before reformation. With the spread of Lutheranism in Indrica, Protestants took possesion of the church. In 1695 landlord Jānis Andrejs Platers accepted Christianity and in 1698 the church was rebuilt and handed over to Catolics. In the choir room there is an old-fashioned organ with peculiar woodcarvings. There are 4 altars with woodcarvings and ancient paintings. Book your visit in advance!
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