Church of the Nativity of Christ

One of the oldest shrines in the city of Halych is the Church of the Nativity of Christ. According to historical records, it was built in the 14th century. However, it has not survived to this day in its original form because of repeated Tatar attacks. According to Yu. Lumskyi, a researcher of Halych charters, the former three-domed church had a cross plan and an entrance from the western facade. The building was later expanded. As a result, the western entrance was bricked up, and two doors were added on the north and south.

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Reconstruction of the Church of the Nativity of Christ began in the 18th century, after which several restorations were carried out. As a result of the restoration work, the church acquired its present appearance, the interiors were restored, and the bell tower was added.

Interesting facts:

• The church was built of local soft stone — marl.
• The church houses a unique iconostasis made of sandstone
• In 2016, restoration work on the interiors was carried out with funds collected from the city's residents. 4 million UAH was raised to create the mosaic using ancient technologies.