Church of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
Kraków, Poland
It is the only 19th-century Orthodox church in Krakow, featuring a rich iconostasis typical of the Eastern rite.
Cerkiew pw. Podwyższenia Krzyża Świętego is an Orthodox church in Krakow, an important center of religious life for the Orthodox community. The building was erected in the 19th century, showcasing architecture typical of Orthodox churches from that period. The interior of the church is richly adorned with an iconostasis, icons, and polychromes, characteristic of the Eastern rite. The church is a place of prayer and liturgical celebrations. It represents an interesting example of non-Catholic sacred architecture in Krakow.
- Visit time: 40 min
How long does it take to visit Church of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross?
Plan about 40 min.
Nearby
- Bishop's Palace — 90 m
- Professor's Garden — 140 m
- Jagiellonian University Museum — 140 m
- Collegium Maius — 150 m
- Kino Pod Baranami — 160 m
- Piwnica Pod Baranami — 170 m
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