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20-JUN-2015

Pontresina

San Nicuḷ Reformed Church
This church is located in Via Maistra in the part of the village called Laret, and today it is where the Reformed Church congregation holds regular services. It was constructed in its present form in 1640, but it must date back to pre-Reformation times due to its name "San Nicuḷ".
During the village fire in Laret in 1720, the building was partially destroyed by the flames. Unfortunately, many municipal documents were also lost in the fire. The church building and the steeple resemble the church in Celerina. Since its restoration after the fire, the octagonal top of the steeple has looked like an onion-shaped hood. Old engravings reveal that the steeple used to be located right in Via Maistra. It is not clear why the steeple was moved in 1887.

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Graeme05-Aug-2015 11:18
I love this clock on the church tower, Jose,V
Hennie & Lies Lammers06-Jul-2015 16:49
Wonderful Picture. V
woodswoman05-Jul-2015 11:24
As you know, I love church steeples. Perfect shot. ~v~
Kim02-Jul-2015 19:57
Great shot! V
chris morton02-Jul-2015 19:34
a very neat bell tower
Ken Chambers ARPS02-Jul-2015 19:10
A really fabulous picture, Jose
Pieter Bos02-Jul-2015 19:02
Beautiful tower, Jose! ~V
Helen Betts02-Jul-2015 18:36
The mood is excellent with that sky. Very nice composition as well. V.
MarcViskens02-Jul-2015 18:33
very nice José
Allan Jay02-Jul-2015 18:33
Superb prospective, Jose. V
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