Description of the attraction
There are several architectural monuments worthy of the attention of travelers in the Gdansk Staraya Przedmiescie area. Such interesting objects include the Church of Saints Peter and Paul, located on Zhabi Kruk street. This Gothic church is impressive in size and is considered one of the most grandiose churches in the city, built in the 15th century. In 1436, the priests of this church founded a parish school, which operated until the 20th century. Teaching at school and conducting divine services was carried out by intelligent and educated holy fathers, who collected rare and valuable books, developed the principles of pedagogy, and distinguished themselves in the diplomatic field. Many of them were friends with famous scientists and people of art.
In the middle of the 15th century, the Church of Saints Peter and Paul received the status of a parish church.
During World War II, a fire broke out in the building of the church, which almost completely destroyed the historical interior. They began to restore it, but reconstruction work continues to this day. By some miracle, the Ufagen chapel survived, which is decorated in the Rococo style. There are preserved the gravestone of the Ufagenes, decorated with an ornate epitaph, and some other slabs that served as monuments to wealthy citizens.
It was also possible to save from fire and lamps dating from the 17th century.
Until now, the masters are working on the restoration of the central altar, which was made in a baroque manner. Such a long and painstaking work is explained by the fact that the altar is assembled from genuine antique parts.
