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Landmark: St. Peter's ChurchCity: Leiden
Country: Netherlands
Continent: Europe
St. Peter's Church, Leiden, Netherlands, Europe
Overview
The name St. Peter’s Church, or St. Peter’s Basilica, belongs to churches around the world known for their rich history and striking architecture, from soaring domes to centuries-old stone walls.Here’s a closer look at a few of the most notable ones-imagine the hum of a busy market as we start with number one:From the vast dome of St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City-where Michelangelo’s design crowns Rome’s skyline and Bernini’s bronze canopy rises over the high altar-to Munich’s Peterskirche with its 300-step climb up “Old Peter” for sweeping city views; from Salzburg’s ancient abbey church, its catacombs carved into the Mönchsberg rock, to Leuven’s soaring Brabantine Gothic nave sheltering Dieric Bouts’ Last Supper, and Zurich’s clock-faced landmark boasting Europe’s largest dial, churches dedicated to St. Peter blend centuries of history, faith, and architectural brilliance, drawing pilgrims and travelers alike.
