Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary in Wierzchowice, Religious monument in Wierzchowice, Poland
The Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary is a religious building in Wierzchowice with traditional Polish ecclesiastical design from the early 19th century. It features white exterior walls and a distinctive bell tower that rises above the surrounding village landscape.
The church was built around 1800 in Lower Silesia during a period of architectural expansion in the region. Its construction reflects the religious and cultural developments of that era in what was then Prussian-controlled territory.
The church serves as a spiritual center where the local community gathers for religious services and celebrations. Its prominent position in the village makes it a recognizable landmark that shapes how people experience the settlement.
The building is located on Koscielna Street in Wierzchowice and is easily reached on foot from the village center. The nearest larger towns are Milicz to the southwest and Wroclaw further south, both accessible by road.
The church was officially registered as a protected cultural monument in 1964 and assigned the heritage registration number 1170. This designation acknowledges its importance as an architectural legacy of the Lower Silesian region.
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