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Biserica Sfântul Nicolae

Strada Nicolae Bălcescu

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Biserica Sfântul Nicolae

The Biserica Sfântul Nicolae is situated on Strada Nicolae Bălcescu in Tălmaciu, Romania.

History

  1. The construction of the church began in 1850 and was completed in 1862.
  2. The building is an example of Romanian Orthodox architecture from the 19th century.

Architecture

The church features a mix of Romanesque and Gothic Revival styles. Its exterior walls are made of stone, while the interior is adorned with wooden decorations and stained glass windows.

Notable Features

  1. One notable feature of the church is its bell tower, which stands at an impressive height.
  2. The tower houses a collection of Orthodox bells that are played during services.

Organ

The church features a pipe organ built in 1900 by a local craftsman. The organ has undergone several restorations and is considered one of the finest examples of Romanian organ craftsmanship.

Heritage Status

The Biserica Sfântul Nicolae was declared a Monument of National Culture in Romania in 1993, recognizing its historical and cultural significance.

Visiting Information

The church is open to visitors during regular hours. However, please note that the current opening hours are not specified.

Notable Artworks or Relics

Unfortunately, no notable artworks or relics are documented for this church.

Details

NameBiserica Sfântul Nicolae
CityTălmaciu
CountryRomania
Coordinates45.66757, 24.265963