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Hrušov - St. Anne’s Chapel

Just about three kilometres north-west from Hrušov, right in the thick of the Upper Mountain’s sprawling vineyards stands a solitary small Gothic chapel dedicated to St. Anne. It was built in the 14th century and originally was property of the Benedictine convent. The order, in addition to vine making, dealt with fruit growing as well. The village and its surroundings were famous in the past for their extensive and fertile orchards. Its name, along with the names of the neighbouring villages (Jablonov and Silická Jablonica) might stem from this fact. It is possible that the original chapel served not only the monks but the inhabitants of Hrušov and other villages on the Silica Plateau as well. It is not known for how long the chapel and its surroundings remained in the order’s possession because in the 15th century it came under the management of Ján Jiskra and his Brethrens. Several graves were found from this period. It’s likely that the church remained abandoned for several decades because some preserved inscriptions were found under the plaster. Pilgrimage is held here once a year, the first Sunday after the feast of St. Anne. (July 26). The church is otherwise closed. Visiting should be agreed in advance with the municipal office of Hrušov.

GPS: 48° 35′ 30.″N  20° 37′ 12.″E

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