Transfiguration Church, Old Vyzhevka

Old Vyzhevka village has a long history, beginning in the late 15th - early 16th centuries. These lands owned by various princes and kings; later called gradually transformed into the Old Vyzhevka. Of the few monuments in these parts nowadays preserved Church of the Transfiguration.

History of the Transfiguration Church in the Old Vyzhevka

Located on a stone foundation, a wooden church was built in 1869 next to the three-tiered bell tower, which has a pyramid-shaped roof. The temple has a gable roof and a rectangular plan.

It is worth noting that for the church and bell tower looked after, and periodically conduct cosmetic repairs. This involved ministers and local people.

Nearby Attractions

In Kovel, located near the Old Vyzhevka is five-domed Holy Resurrection Cathedral, especially against the backdrop of a beautiful sunrise or sunset.

No less interesting and Kovel Historical Museum is located in a former pharmacy building, which at one time have been raided Lesya Ukrainka.

Special attention is given Church of St. Anne (Assumption), built on a foundation of stone, specially brought to Ukraine from Jerusalem.

Address: from l. Lesia Ukrainka town of Old Vyzhevka, Stara Vyzhivka Raion, Volyn region.