Church of the Dormition in Szczawne, Eastern Orthodox church in Szczawne, Poland
The wooden Church of the Dormition features a rectangular chancel, square nave, and narthex, with vertical weatherboards covering its log structure walls.
Built between 1888 and 1889 by carpenter Hojsan of Płonna, this Orthodox church represents the northeastern Lemko architectural traditions with its low tower.
The interior walls display preserved paintings created in 1925 by professional artists from the Widrodżennia Society who fled Ukraine during military conflicts.
The church stands 150 meters from the main road on a hillside near the Osława River, with designated areas including a bell tower and cemetery.
The building contains an inscription on the northern vestibule wall that documents the names of individuals responsible for creating the interior paintings.
Location: Szczawne
Inception: 1889
Made from material: wood
GPS coordinates: 49.39420,22.13320
Latest update: March 4, 2025 11:42
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