The Church of St. Anne in Liptovská Anna is one of the oldest sacral buildings in the region, with its origins dating back to the 13th century. The village that grew up near it was named after its patron, that is, according to whom it was dedicated. The church had a very unusual floor plan – it was wider than it was long. It was used until the 18th century, when it burned down. Today it is a picturesque ruin rising up on a hill under the forested peaks of the Great Fatra. The scenery of the church is beautifully complemented by a wooden bell tower, which has been preserved in the immediate vicinity of the building, and also a small cemetery that grew up in its background.
The church is also the starting point on a tourist route that leads to the Čereňova skala, which is popular and sought after by tourists.
A publication has been published for the monument, revealing the fate of one of the oldest medieval monuments in Liptov. The area, which fell into oblivion after a devastating fire, underwent meticulous restoration over ten years. The publication documents the transformation of a quiet ruin into a unique point on the cultural map of the region. Thanks to rich iconographic material, it brings the values of the site closer to the wider context. The publication launches a new edition of mini-monographs “KONTEX / VÝSKUM / OBNOVA”, focused on mapping the compelling stories of saving our cultural heritage. Learn about the story and genius loci of a unique monument in Liptov.
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