La citadelle. La chapelle

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One of the most interesting buildings citadel complex - Baroque chapel of St. Louis. She was recognized as a historical monument in 1920. It is the oldest chapel of the city, it was built of brick and stone in 1673. In the middle of the XIX century it was restored. Main facade Chapel Corinthian column. In the central niche once stood a statue of St. Louis. Now you can see medallions with images of Louis XIV and Napoleon III. The Church is not always served religious purposes. At one time there were an armory and even a shop.