If you are interested in wooden architecture in Belarus, then you will surely be interested to see церковь in an urban village Settlement. The temple dates back to 1922 and has retained its authenticity and historicity. Here, each element is made of wood and catches the eye.

Wooden church in Gorodishche

Holy Cross Church is located on September 17 Street, in the same place as the predecessor temple of 1764. In architectural terms, the temple belongs to the neo-Russian style (better known as pseudo-Russian).

Wooden church Gorodishche Belarus

Gorodishche Church stands out for its bright carved decor. Of particular note are the wooden window frames and framing.

Wooden church in Gorodishche

Holy Cross Church

Wooden Church Belarus

Next to the church is a wooden bell tower, according to some sources, 1840. It looks very simple, without any frills, only on an old roof of a rickety cross.

Bell tower in Gorodishe

Church in Gorodishche Belarus

Around the temple there is an old cemetery, the territory is well-groomed and cleaned. Also in Gorodishe it will be interesting to see Church of the Virgin Mary, next to the fire station. 

Church of the Exaltation of the Cross in Gorodishche

Church in Gorodishche on the map:

What other sights of the region are worth visiting nearby? If you are interested in wooden temples, then go see church in the village of Valevka. Or in Stolovichi, where the only Temple of the Knights of Malta и neo-gothic church of the Heart of Jesus.

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