Temple Church, London, UK
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Dirkjogt
N 51° 30.792 W 000° 06.618
30U E 700504 N 5710856
Church of the Knights Templar at London, UK
Waymark Code: WMC04K
Location: London, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 07/10/2011
Views: 17
The Temple Church is a late 12th century church in London located between Fleet Street and the River Thames, built for and by the Knights Templar as their English headquarters. In modern times, two Inns of Court (Inner Temple and Middle Temple) both use the church. It is famous for its effigy tombs and for being a round church. It was heavily damaged during the Second World War but has been largely restored.
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1190
Age of Church building determined by?: Historical Society
If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Catholic
If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: From: 9:00 AM To: 5:00 PM
If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Sunday
Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 8:30 AM
Street address of Church:
Inner Temple
London, UK
Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]
Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]
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