Church of St. Margaret of Antioch

The Church of St. Margaret of Antioch stands in a flat landscape with original side walls and windows featuring distinct architectural details.

Built in the 9th century, this church represents one of the oldest standing religious structures in Slovakia, with graves containing Great Moravian jewelry discovered in 2004.

The religious building maintained its function until the 18th century when a new church was constructed in Kopčany village, marking a shift in community worship patterns.

The church building sits 800 meters northwest of Kopčany, accessible through an asphalt road and a cycling path from the eastern edge of the village.

Archaeological surveys indicate the presence of an undiscovered noble court south of the church, suggesting its connection to regional medieval power structures.

Location: Kopčany

Inception: 9 century

Architectural style: Pre-Romanesque architecture

Website: https://dokostola.sk/kostol/410203-sv-margity

GPS coordinates: 48.79620,17.10893

Latest update: May 21, 2025 03:52