St. Mary's Church
Gdansk,
Poland
St. Mary's Church, also known as the Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, is a historic Catholic church located in the heart of Gdańsk, Poland. It is one of the largest brick churches in the world, with an estimated volume between 185,000 and 190,000 cubic meters.
The church has a rich history, having been used for both Catholic and Lutheran services from 1536 to 1572. During this time, it was the second largest Lutheran church in the world. Today, St. Mary's Church serves as a co-cathedral in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Gdańsk, along with the Oliwa Cathedral.
Measuring 105.5 meters in length and 66 meters in width, the church can hold up to 25,000 people. It boasts an aisled hall design with a transept, making it a grand and awe-inspiring structure.