Wooden church in Desești, Maramureș

The church displays traditional Maramureș architecture with a tall clock tower, steep roof, and detailed wooden carvings throughout its exterior structure.

Constructed in the 18th century after the Tatar invasions, this church represents the local response to Hungarian restrictions against building Orthodox stone churches.

The church interior contains religious paintings depicting Biblical scenes executed by local artists following Eastern Christian artistic traditions.

Visitors need to contact local administrators to arrange access to the church, which remains an active place of worship for the community.

The construction techniques used in this church demonstrate specialized carpentry methods without using nails, relying on precise wood joinery.

Location: Desești

Part of: wooden churches of Maramureș

GPS coordinates: 47.77405,23.85511

Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:22