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St. Nicholas' Church, Meran large rose window over a pointed arched portal, a number of wooden sculptures of saints and paintings that date from different periods. Of particular importance is the large altar and pulpit. Outside is a tall clock tower with a sundial. Old tombstones line the walls and various paintings from the life of Jesus Christ. Behind the church is St. Barbara's Chapel. St. Nicholas' Church, Meran The Church of St. Nicholas () is the parish church of the town of Meran in South Tyrol, northern Italy. The church is dedicated to Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of the town. It is