Chapel of Visitation of Holy Virgin Mary, Religious chapel in Karlov, Czech Republic
The Chapel of Visitation of Holy Virgin Mary sits in a shallow valley along Tichá brook in the Jizera Mountains. The building houses a natural spring whose water flows continuously throughout the year, nestled within the forested mountain landscape.
An original wooden chapel was built in 1762 and later replaced by a stone structure in 1803 under Count František Antonín Desfourse's direction. This construction change reflected a shift toward a more permanent building.
The site served as a pilgrimage destination, especially during Marian celebrations, when visitors from surrounding areas came seeking the spring water for healing. For many people, the chapel and its source represented a place of spiritual connection.
The site remains open to visitors and sits within a forested mountain region suitable for hiking. Good footwear is recommended since mountain paths can be challenging and uneven.
A local farmer discovered an image of a saint while plowing his fields, after which his ailing wife found healing through the spring water. This story shaped the site's importance as a refuge for the ill and those seeking recovery.
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