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Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Bol's Baroque parish church, Gospa od Karmela, built between 1668 and 1788 a few steps from the harbour. Look for the carved rose window and the stone angel holding Veronica's veil over the door, then step inside for the ornate Baroque altars and the marble pulpit.
Why it is a pick
- Built over 120 years, between 1668 and 1788
- A finely carved rose window and a stone angel holding Veronica's veil over the door
- Ornate Baroque altars and a delicate marble pulpit
- Right on the walk through the old town
Good to know
- It is a working church: cover shoulders and knees, and visit outside Mass
To do To confirm: Our Lady of Carmel: street address (Lonely Planet gives Uz pjacu, another listing Riva 4) and when it is open outside Mass.
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