Hejnice, Town municipality in Liberec District, Czech Republic.
Hejnice is a municipality with town privileges in the Liberec District, nestled in a valley surrounded by mountains. The center is shaped by a Franciscan monastery and a large church that defined the religious life of the community over centuries.
The first written record of the settlement dates to 1381, when it was known by its German name Haindorf, meaning village in the grove. The community later developed into a significant religious center tied to pilgrimage activities.
The Franciscan monastery and Church of the Visitation house a wooden Gothic Black Madonna sculpture from the 14th century. This religious artwork continues to draw visitors who appreciate the craftsmanship and spiritual significance of the piece.
The town is easily reached by rail and road connections, located about 16 kilometers northeast of Liberec. Visitors find the community compact and its religious sites centrally positioned and straightforward to access.
The original center of the settlement was a pilgrimage church founded around 1211, known not only religiously but also for its thermal springs. These waters drew people over centuries who sought healing benefits.
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