Michaeliskirche Church in Hamburg
Englische Planke 1, 20459 Hamburg, Germany
Description:
The Church of Michaeliskirche with a height of more than 130 meters is one of the symbols of Hamburg, as well as the largest church in the city (capacity - 2,500 people).
The Protestant church, designed in the XVIII century, in length reaches 71 meters, in width - 51 meters, the height of the nave - 27 meters. The 132-meter bell tower of the temple is the second tallest in the city, and the clock on it is the largest. At an altitude of 106 meters there is an observation deck, which can be reached by climbing 453 steps or climbing by elevator.
The building is built at the junction of the Baroque and Classical eras. The name of the temple is evidenced by a bronze statue of Archangel Michael, the conquering devil, which is installed above the main portal of the church.
The temple was built in the form of a cross. The altar height of 20 meters is made of marble. Above it is a relief showing the Last Supper and scenes from the life of Jesus.
In 2008, the image of Michaeliskirche was placed on a commemorative coin with a face value of 2 euros (series "Federal Lands of Germany").