St. Anthony Roman Catholic Church of Pilcene (Piļcine)

Posted 19.04.2014
Pilcenes RK draudze

Address: Pilcene, Dricānu pagasts
T: +371 64644069 (municipality) +371 29214848
Short description: St. Anthony Roman Catholic Church of Pilcene (Piļcine) is one of the oldest wooden churches in Latgale, built in 1670. It is prominent because of its half columns, hexagonal tower, semicircular windows, and a dome with a cross and antique interior. The church was built by local people with an axe, without saw; the wooden walls are joined by nails made by local builders. It was originally buit as a tomb. It is a monument of state importance.
GPS: 56.6642331, 27.2674856

 

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