St Gallen, the Catholic church

Yes rather better

Thank you Nick,

Not wishing to offend anybodies religious beliefs, to me this looked the far better one to subscribe to. It looks bright and welcoming, and the altar is just visible in front of the railings, so that everybody can share in the celebrations. The protestant one looks cold, empty, no proper altar, almost giving the idea that you go there to get an hour of fire and brimstone from the preacher.

Since they are next door to each other, we can let the people make their choice!

Best Wishes
Peter

It has to be personal preference and I'm impartial here; personally I dislike both styles! Most British people really dislike the rococo style, a view noted and shared by Pevsner. I'm the same, but the Protestant cathedral is unattractive too! Both are fine interior shots by the way!
Best wishes,
Andy

Hi Andy,

I am not knowledgeable enough to comment on the architecture, I will leave that to our friends who know better! However just looking at the two photos, and the mood conveyed, I know which one I prefer.
Having said that, I am pleased that you have appreciated the technical ability in producing a nice photo.

Best Wishes
Peter

PS, Jaap has a very nice close up of the Catholic church altar in his gallery.

Although I was born Catholic, I am totally agnostic, so, I have always visited the churches or the places of any cult, in my country and abroad, for artistic and cultural interest, understood in the widest sense .
This long introduction ..:-). to say that I find your point of view very interesting and perceptive in catching these two interiors with their great architectural and atmospheric diversities due to two deeply different visions of the relationship with religion and the transcendent.
And I , definitly, add that you have translated them into two gorgeous and significant images!
best wishes-Bea

Hi Bea,

Thank you so much for your visit and very thoughtful comments. I think your choice of the word 'atmosphere' is most appropriate. (now, why didn't I think of the word...).. Here I see an atmosphere of communion / community, people sharing together, maybe just like at the 'Last Supper'. I just don't get that from the protestant church...................
Having said that, I am very happy that you have enjoyed both pictures!

Best Wishes
Peter

Hello Peter well certainly a church interior worth looking at for some time so perhaps this is why so many seem to have taken a seat to do just that

Best wishes .. Steve

Thank you Steve,

I am so pleased that you like the decoration and atmosphere here. Certainly plenty to see, and think about. Jaap has a really nice picture of the altar here in his gallery.. www.ipernity.com/doc/294067/45622798/in/album/1017302 Since my pictures were taken on Sunday, I think all the people here came to "Keep holy the sabbath day", rather than sight see.
Certainly an interesting talking point!

Best wishes
Peter

You live near some of the most beautiful churches and cathedrals, Peter; wonderful capture!