Nikolaikirche (St. Nicholas church) by german_eagle
St. Nicholas is Leipzig's biggest church. The western front is clearly Romanesque style, built in 12th century. The three naves, choir and chapels were rebuilt in Gothic style from 14th to 16th centuries.Very special is the interior: redesigned 1784 - 97 by Carl Dauthe in Classical style, the pillars in palm tree like shape are unique.
When I visited the church was still undergoing a restoration inside, but it seemed to be almost completed.
Since Oct 9 1989 the church became world-famous, when the prayers for peace (since 1982) finally turned into a mass demonstration, which initiated the change in East Germany.
