Church of St Maria im Kapitol

Cologne is a rich city with full of Romanesque churches. Church of St. Maria im Kapitol, Cologne is one of the very popular and largest churches in Germany. The cathedral was built around 50 A.D. with other Roman churches. The church was devoted to the Capitoline Gods Jupiter, Juno and Minerva. The temple was destroyed during the World War II and was later on reconstructed. The church, however, went through many historical changes during 300 years before the World War II. The church was extraordinary for its monumental building as well as its imperial power and predomination. Abbess Ida made a gallery in the western area of the cathedral and then she created an attractive eastern structure of he church. The measurement in the eastern portion of the church is indistinguishable. The trefoil choir was first time introduced in the St. Maria im Capitol, Cologne in Germany. The people would go to Cologne to pray in the church. In 1065, the church of St. Maria was finally sanctified with its glory. The final allegiance was done by the Archbishops. The interior designing of the church is full of art treasures. They are as follows:

  -   The wooden doors at the western end of the southern aisle render the life and passion of Jesus.
  -   Two books of Plectrudis Srcophagus from left to right of the entrance.
  -   Herman-Joseph-Virgin with the apple which is an eastern structure
  -   Virgin on a throne, placed in the western end of north aisle.

The central tower area was overleaped in 12.-13. jh. In the year 1637, the east tower got broke down. The tower was not reconstructed again.

The tourists may find a good time while visiting to St. Maria im Kapitol, Cologne. If you are visiting Cologne then do not miss the opportunity of visiting St Maria, Cologne. Cologne is full of Romanesque churches, museums and markets. The scenic beauty of Cologne is very glorious and beautiful.

So do not waste time, pack your bags to visit Cologne, Europe.