Church of the Nativity of the Virgin, Sosnitsa

Nativity of the Virgin Mary is not in itself Sosnytsya and a kilometer east of the town - in the village Zagrebellya . It starts its history since the 17th century. Also, here you can escape from civilization and enjoy the fresh air and scenery unique Desnyansko that became the inspiration for Alexander Dovzhenko, who lived nearby.

The history of the church

Nativity of the Virgin is an architectural monument. It was built in 1870. Despite his austere appearance, the church like lovers Ukrainian sacral wooden architecture.

Dome church has a cruciform shape and three-tiered bell tower. Separate entrances are north and south porch.

If you go inside, you can see a fascinating mix of oil paintings, written in the early 20th century. However, most falls in the eye Baroque carved iconostasis 19th century.

How to get to church

A town is Sosnytsia path P12 car Chernihiv - Hrem`yach . Distance to the regional center - 88 km. Chernihiv bus (Victory Avenue, 3) daily bus to go Sosnytsya. The nearest of aliznychna station is 18 kilometers. However, because it runs commuter trains towards Schorsa and Bahmach .

As already mentioned, the Church of Nativity is located in the village Zagrebellya, located a kilometer from Sosnytsya. So if the weather is fine, then there within walking distance.

We also encourage you to visit the museum of Alexander Dovzhenko in Sosnytsya.