Wooden Tserkvas of the Carpathian Region in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Common Problems and Local Solutions

The successful inclusion of 16 wooden tserkvas from the Carpathian Region in Poland and Ukraine into the UNESCO World Heritage List highlights their cultural significance and the need for tailored preservation strategies. Each church, such as the Tserkva of the Holy Trinity, faces unique challenges related to history, urban context, design, and legal frameworks. Monitoring by heritage authorities is crucial for their upkeep, while efforts to popularize these sites can boost tourism and local economic growth. The study underscores the potential of these structures to stimulate regional development through sustainable projects.

Herych, V. (2013). Wooden Tserkvas of the Carpathian Region in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Common Problems and Local Solutions. Barometr Regionalny. Analizy I Prognozy, 11(4), 43–51. https://doi.org/10.56583/br.1091