The tserkov of Nativity of the Most Holy Mother of God in Chotyniec is an example of 17th century wooden religious architecture

Greek-Catholic church of Nativity of the Most Holy Mother of God in Chotyniec

Chotyniec

37-552 Młyny

 

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This is one of the few Greek Catholic tserkovs in Poland which have survived the turmoil of history and are still in operation. It stands out for its unique silhouette and harmonious structure. Inside you can see impressive polychrome ornaments from 1735 and 1772,  with a painting of the Final Judgment. The iconostasis from  1671 comprises an icon of the Mother of God, the miracle maker, attracting numerous pilgrims. In 2013 the church was entered onto the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Chotyniec is located along the Podkarpackie Wooden Architecture Route.

 

Read more about the attraction on the Wooden Architecture Route website

 

 

Places worth seeing nearby:

  • Historical urban layout in Radymno

  • ZEK Lake in Radymno

 

 

Photo: Krzysztof Zajączkowski

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