Plehan, Franciscan monastery at Plehan hill near Derventa, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Plehan is a Franciscan monastery on a hill near Derventa in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The complex includes a modern church, museum spaces, and a gallery located approximately 9 kilometers from central Derventa.
The monastery was founded by Franciscans in the 19th century and housed a library and museum. The original complex was destroyed during the Bosnia and Herzegovina war in the 1990s.
The monastery takes its name from the hill where it stands and serves as an important pilgrimage site for Catholics in the region. The rebuilt complex draws visitors who wish to experience the local religious tradition and spiritual life.
The site is accessible year-round and offers parking for visitors. The complex is regularly used for religious events and is easily reached by car.
The modern church has an unusual design with a cylindrical body that transitions into a cube-like prism. The roof is supported by four flying pillars connected by steel cables.
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