vienna205 St. Ruprecht's Church (Ruprechtskirche) is usually considered the oldest church in Vienna and is dedicated to Saint Ruprecht of Salzburg. It is located in one of the oldest parts of the city, the section of the Roman Vindobona. According to legend, it was founded by Cunald and Gisalrich, companions of Ruprecht during his occupation of the seat of bishop of Salzburg. However, because Salzburg had influence over religious issues in Vienna between 796 and 829, it is more probable that it was founded in this period. The first reference in historical documentation is in a document of 1200 when Duke Heinrich II Jasomirgott describes a gift to the Schottenstift church. The document also mentions St. Ruprecht's Church, which is labeled the oldest in the city. After the destruction of the Roman settlement, the core part of the city grew in the area near the church. It was the seat of the religious administration before that function was transferred to the Stephansdom (St Stephen's) in 1147. The church has been rebuilt and altered many times in its history. In 1276, it was damaged by fire and modified. In 1622, it was redecorated in a baroque style. It was also somewhat damaged by shellfire during World War II and affected by the demolition of the nearby ruins of another building.