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Gižai Church of St. Anthony of Padua

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The Gižai Church of St. Anthony of Padua, located between Marijampolė and Vilkaviškis, is renowned for its history and unique architectural style. Built in 1850 in Gothic style, the brick church houses valuable artworks, including 19th-century paintings St. Joseph and The Crucified Christ. The cross with the Crucifix in the main altar stands out for its meditative emphasis. In the churchyard, visitors can admire 19th-century wrought iron crosses created by blacksmiths, which adorn the church gates and are highly valued for their compositional beauty.

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This cultural and historical landmark, situated near the road to the Lithuanian-Russian border, has a rich history dating back to 1774, when the first wooden church was built. However, the wooden church burned down in 1834. In 1850, the current Gothic-style brick church was constructed, with walls made of fieldstones and red bricks. The church has a rectangular, three-nave layout, and repairs were carried out after World War II. The church preserves valuable artworks, including mid-19th-century paintings St. Joseph and The Crucified Christ by unknown artists.

The main altar features a unique cross with a Crucifix created around 1850, focusing on reflection rather than suffering. Additionally, the church holds a 19th-century reliquary of St. Casimir made from several liturgical items and ancient chasubles crafted from silk, cotton, and metallic threads. The churchyard is home to two distinctive 19th-century iron crosses crafted by blacksmiths, which grace the churchyard gates. These iron crosses are appreciated for their elegance and composition, as well as their significant contribution to local history.

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