Reliquiensammlung von Vodnjan, Religious relics collection in Church of St. Blaise, Vodnjan, Croatia
The Relic Collection of Vodnjan is housed in the Church of St. Blaise and contains about 370 sacred objects from around 250 saints displayed in former sacristy rooms of this roughly 60-meter-tall building. The collection spreads across several rooms and shows different types of relics, ranging from fragments to completely preserved remains.
Construction of the church began in 1760 and was completed roughly 40 years later, financed through contributions from local residents. The relic collection grew over the centuries and was accumulated in the sacristy rooms now open to visitors.
The collection displays revered remains of saints and sacred objects kept in former sacristy rooms. Visitors can see these religious items today and understand how important such relics have been to the community.
The collection is best visited during the warmer months from June through September when regular opening hours apply. During other times, visitors should contact ahead to arrange a visit.
The remains of the saints remain completely preserved in this building without embalming or airtight sealing, which is scientifically puzzling given the humid climate conditions of the Adriatic region. This unusual preservation attracts researchers and curious visitors who want to understand how this is possible.
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