The St George Lutheran Church of Subate

The St George Lutheran Church of Subate is on the north-eastern shore of Lesser Lake Subate. The church was built in the Byzantium style in 1685 and 1868 and was commissioned by the owner of the Prode Estate, H.F. Osten-Sacken. This is the only church in Latvia which is reminiscent of the typical appearance of Protestant churches in the late 17^th century. The small towers at the corners of the building are of interest. Inside you will find a richly ornamented ensemble of sculptures and wood carvings, including a 17^th-century altar, pulpit and pews, as well as artworks from the 17^th and 18^th century and a bell that was cast in 1682. Some of the interior design was the work of students at the Stelmuže wood carving school.