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The Church of the Nativity of the Theotokos is an Eastern Orthodox church built from 1886. After its closure for more than fifty years (1932- 1991), it was restored in 1991.

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The Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary was founded in the 13th century, perhaps already around 1240. The tallest tower, with an onion dome, is a 16th-century reconstruction after the original tower was struck by lightning.

The church on Marian Square is a kind of "opening act" for the visitors of Trenčín Castle. It is located about halfway to it, so it is a nice place to catch your breath and at the same time look around the town. There are nice views of the opposite Piarist Church, the City Tower or the pavilions of nearby buildings.

The Church of the Nativity of the Virgin of Châtillon-sur-Broué is a half-timbered church in the Champagne region. Dating from the 16th and 17th centuries, it has an interesting double bell tower, portico and 19th century stained glass windows.

The Serbian Orthodox Church of the Nativity of the Theotokos was built in 1842. Croatian nationalists (Ustasha) mined and demolished the bell tower in early 1942 and the rest of the church was burned in 1944. The church, in a state of ruin, was completely rebuilt from 1988 to 2010, when the dome and vaults were completed.

The church of the Panagia in Meskla was built in 1972. It was built behind the medieval church of Panagia, which was erected in the 14th century on the ruins of a temple dedicated to the Greek goddess Demeter.

The church of Panagia Throniotissa was built at the beginning of the 14th century in the centre of the village of Thronos.

The church of Parigoritissa was founded in the 13th century and was built in two phases. Originally, the despot Michael II had built a smaller temple (1205-1271), but the building has since disappeared. Then, Michael's son, Nikephoros I (1266 / 68-1297) modified the plans and created the current monument.