This church is a beautiful example of the Orthodox architecture and art in this region. It is dedicated to the protection of the Most Holy Mother of God and is located in the town of Gradiška, which lies on the border with Croatia. The church was built in 2000 and is one of the youngest Orthodox churches in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It has an impressive dome supported by four columns and a rich interior with icons, frescoes and mosaics. The church is a place of worship and peace for the believers who regularly celebrate services here.
The town of Gradiška has a long and eventful history that dates back to Roman times. At that time it was called Servitium and was an important settlement on the Sava. In the Middle Ages it received city rights and became a border fortress against the Ottomans. In the 19th century it belonged to the Austro-Hungarian Empire and was used as a military settlement. In the 20th century, she experienced the turmoil of the Yugoslavian wars, which forced many people to flee. Today it belongs to the Republika Srpska, one of the two entities of Bosnia and Herzegovina, and has around 22,000 inhabitants.
Gradiška Church is a testimony to the cultural diversity and religious heritage of this city. It is a place that you should definitely visit if you are interested in the Orthodox tradition and history of this region.
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