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The Basel Minster is one of Basel's top landmarks, constructed in parts between 1019 and 1500 as a Catholic cathedral. The history of the site's use as a religious facility dates back to the third century, with its present facility constructed over the remains of the former Haito Minster. The current late Romanesque-style building's structure primarily dates to its 14th-century reconstruction by Johannes Gmünd following the 1356 Basel earthquake, with additional design by Ulrich von Ensingen in 1421. It is most noted as the 1440 site of antipope Felix V's election and served as the main church of the Diocese of Basel until the Reformation. Since the 16th century, the church has been used as the city's main Swiss Reformed Church congregation facility, offering regular services, guest tours, and special concert events throughout the year.

Münsterpl. 9, 4051 Basel, Switzerland

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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