Church of St. Joseph, Palūšė, Wooden church in Palūšė, Lithuania
The Church of St. Joseph stands on a hill near Lake Lūšiai, featuring traditional Lithuanian folk architecture with a three-nave hall structure and two towers.
Between 1747 and 1757, priest Juozapas Stockis-Bazilevskis invested personal funds to construct this church using only axes and wooden plugs instead of metal nails.
The inscription above the main door reads 'Enter being good, Leave being better,' reflecting the strong connection between religious practice and local community values.
The church maintains regular religious services and welcomes visitors who want to examine the flat planked ceiling, visible wall construction, and three neo-baroque altars.
The octagonal bell tower, built in 1800, incorporates architectural elements reminiscent of ancient Lithuanian wooden castles, making it distinct among Lithuanian churches.
Location: Ignalina District Municipality
Location: Palūšė
GPS coordinates: 55.32806,26.10361
Latest update: September 25, 2025 07:40
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