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Germany Wise and Foolish Virgins

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The Wise and Foolish Virgins are a group of sculptures on the Paradise portal of Magdeburg Cathedral, depicting the parable of the same name. They are dated to around the middle of the 13th century; the sculptor remains anonymous. The ten figures are made of sandstone and are almost life-size at a height of 120-130 cm.

Travel Information

parking at the cathedral or tram stop Domplatz

Spot Type Indoor

Crowd Factor Just a few people

Best Timing Daytime

Sunrise & Sunset 06:05 - 20:19 | current local time: 13:30

Photo Themes Art Gothic architecture Medieval Church Religious Sculptures

Locations Saxony-Anhalt Sachsen-Anhalt Magdeburg

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