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Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
The Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is located on Bled Island in Lake Bled, Slovenia. It is a Roman Catholic church originally built in the 12th century and later reconstructed in the Gothic and Baroque styles, with its current bell tower reaching 52 meters in height.
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The church is accessible via a traditional Pletna boat ride from the mainland. Its Baroque interior features various frescoes and altars from the 17th century. Visitors often ring the church's wishing bell, dating back to 1534. Bled Island itself is a popular destination, offering views of the Julian Alps and opportunities for exploration of medieval architecture.