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THE OLDEST CHURCH IN EUROPE

Europe is home of the most ancient buildings in the world.Churches of Europe are the oldest, and grandest in the world.Cathedral of Saint Domnius, Croatia is considered to be the oldest Catholic church in the world.This church imposing architecture is a prime tourist attraction in Croatia. Dating back to the 4th century it is named after the Patron Saint of the city of Split. It is one of the best preserved ones in the world, and the exterior still has the original colonnade of 24 columns.
Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran,Italy is one of the most important churches in the Diocese of Rome. It is the highest ranking of the papal major basilicas, and is just beautifully maintained to this day. It dates back to the 4th century. Its central dome is made of bronze, and the church is full of beautiful statues and frescoes.Church of Saint George, Bulgaria is round-shaped church .
It considered to be the oldest building in the city of Sofia. This one too was built back in the 4th century, and is currently under the Bulgarian Orthodox Church. The church has some beautiful frescoes in the Byzantine, and Bulgarian style inside the central dome. Today the church is surrounded by government buildings, but is open to public.High Cathedral of Saint Peter, Germany was completed in 1270.The interior has beautiful Gothic vaults, and of course the eye-catching relic of the Seamless Robe of Jesus.


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