Overview

The Wooden Tserkvas of the Carpathian Region in Poland and Ukraine is a unique and culturally significant transnational property located in Yasinia, Ukraine. This UNESCO World Heritage Site showcases the distinct building tradition of Orthodox faith communities in Eastern Europe.

History

According to UNESCO, the tserkvas were built between the 16th and 19th centuries by communities of Orthodox and Greek Catholic faiths using horizontal wooden logs. The properties bear testimony to a distinct building tradition rooted in Orthodox ecclesiastic design interwoven with local traditions and symbolic references to their communities' cosmogony.

Architecture

The tserkvas are characterized by a tri-partite plan surmounted by open quadrilateral or octagonal domes and cupolas, featuring iconostasis screens, interior polychrome decorations, and historic furnishings. Some notable features include wooden bell towers, churchyards, gatehouses, and graveyards.

Location

The Wooden Tserkvas of the Carpathian Region in Poland and Ukraine is situated in Yasinia, Ukraine, with coordinates 48.2551388889, 24.3445833333.

Religious Significance

The tserkvas hold significant religious importance for the Orthodox and Greek Catholic communities, symbolizing their distinct cultural and spiritual identities.

Notable Artworks and Features

Unfortunately, no specific details about notable artworks and features are available.

Heritage Status

Listed on the National Register as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013, recognizing its cultural and religious significance to the transnational property.

Visiting Information

Unfortunately, no specific information is available regarding visiting hours, admission fees, or guided tours.