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Walking through the Kroscienko market square, it is worth visiting All Saints' Church. It is a Gothic building erected in the first half of the 14th century, the former seat of the All Saints Parish in Kroscienko nad Dunajcem.
Polychromes from the 14th-15th centuries
The interior of the church has preserved fragments of valuable historic polychrome paintings, which date from the 14th to 15th centuries. These wall paintings depict passages from the lives of the saints and constitute a unique historical element in the church.
Gothic-Baroque architecture
The church represents a combination of Gothic brickwork and Baroque details. This is a distinctive architectural feature that gives it a unique appearance.
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Medieval origins
The church was built before the mid-14th century, making it one of the oldest religious buildings in the region. Its origins can be traced back to the Middle Ages, with interior polychromes dating to around 1370-1380.
Survival during the Second World War
Despite the devastation of the area and the difficult times of the Second World War, All Saints' Church in Kroscienko nad Dunajcem has survived, which accounts for its exceptional resilience and importance to the local community.
Casimir III the Great
Kroscienko n/D (then Crosno) received the status of a town from Kaziemierz III the Great. It was also during this period that the church was built.
