St. Marien Sitzenroda

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The simple, elongated village church of St. Mary stands on a hill. It was consecrated in 1198 and is a witness to the eventful history of the town. A beautiful old carved altar can be seen in the church. The Benedictine nunnery Marienpforte developed in the town until around 1225. The nuns were widely known for their healing skills, nursing and caring for the poor. Anna von Miltitz was the last abbess of the monastery. Her gravestone, on which she can be seen life-size, is inside the church. Beautiful hand-carved figures on the altar, as well as a life-size crucified Christ can also be seen in the church.

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Augustusplatz 9
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St. Marien Sitzenroda
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