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Wooden Churches of Maramureș

Maramureș is home to a unique collection of narrow wooden churches characterized by high steeples and shingle roofs. This list includes eight UNESCO World Heritage sites, such as the 18th-century churches of Budești Josani and Desești, known for their well-preserved post-Byzantine frescoes. These structures showcase traditional blockwork construction and intricate woodcarvings, reflecting the region's religious and cultural history dating back to the 17th century.

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Bârsana Monastery

A modern Orthodox monastic complex built in traditional Maramureș style. It features one of the tallest wooden structures in Europe, reaching 57 meters, and serves as a significant spiritual center in the Iza Valley.

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The Wooden Church of Plopiș

The Church of the Archangels Michael and Gabriel is a Romanian Orthodox church in Plopiș village, Șișești Commune, Maramureș County,…

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The old wooden church of Bârsana

The Church of the Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple is part of the wooden churches of Maramureș World Heritage Site, and is located…

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The Wooden Church of Șurdești

The Church of the Archangels Michael and Gabriel is a Greek-Catholic church in Șurdești village, Șișești Commune, Maramureș County, Romania.

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Budeşti Josani Church

The church of Saint Nicholas in Budești Josani in the village of Budeşti in the region of Maramureș, Cosău valley in Romania is…

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Ieud Hill Church

The Ieud Hill Church, dedicated to the Nativity of the Virgin, is a Romanian Orthodox church in Ieud Commune, Maramureș County, Romania.

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Church of the Holy Archangels, Rogoz

The Church of the Holy Archangels is one of eight Wooden Churches of Maramureș in Romania listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in…

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The Wooden Church of Poienile Izei

Saint Parascheva Church is a Romanian Orthodox church in Poienile Izei Commune, Maramureș County, Romania.

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Saint Parascheva Church

Saint Parascheva Church is a Romanian Orthodox church in Desești Commune, Maramureș County, Romania.

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The Wooden Church of Bogdan Vodă

Built in 1718 and dedicated to Saint Nicholas, this church features a collection of interior paintings dating from 1754 and intricate wood carvings typical of the local architectural style.

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Rohia Monastery

Rohia Monastery is a Romanian Orthodox monastery. Named after Saint Anne, it is located in the northwestern part of Romania, in Rohia, a…

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The Wooden Church of Breb

Dedicated to the Archangels Michael and Gabriel, this church dates back to 1622. It is notable for its historic tower and its location within one of the region's most traditional villages.

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The Wooden Church of Botiza

Dedicated to Saint Parascheva, this 18th-century church was originally built in Vișeu de Jos in 1796 before being moved to its current location in Botiza in 1899.

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The Wooden Church of Poienile de sub Munte

An 18th-century church built in 1798, reflecting the architectural influences of the local Hutsul community. It is dedicated to the Transfiguration of the Lord.

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The Wooden Church of Drăghia

A historic wooden structure built in 1706 and dedicated to the Archangels Michael and Gabriel, showcasing traditional Maramureș carpentry and design.

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The Wooden Church of Săliștea de Sus - Nistorești

Dating from 1650, this church was commissioned by the Nistorești family. It is dedicated to Saint Nicholas and represents one of the two historic wooden churches in the town.

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Sfinții Arhangheli Mihail și Gavriil

Constructed between 1717 and 1720, this church is renowned for its interior mural paintings executed by the local artist Ioan Plohod in the 18th century.

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The Wooden Church of Săliștea de Sus - Buleni

Built in 1722 in the Buleni quarter, this wooden church is dedicated to Saint Nicholas and features traditional architectural elements characteristic of the 18th-century Maramureș region.

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The Wooden Church of Răzoare

An 18th-century wooden church dedicated to Saint Demetrius, serving as a preserved example of local religious architecture in the Lăpuș River valley.

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Biserica de Iemm Sf. Arhangheli Mihail și Gavril

Built in 1790, this church was originally located in Slatina (present-day Ukraine) before being moved to Hoteni. It is dedicated to the Archangels Michael and Gabriel.