The Church of Saint Demetrius in the village of Bijelo Polje (in Zeta, near Podgorica) is an important spiritual and historical center of this region.
Here are the key details about her:
Location: It is located in the very center of the village of Bijelo Polje in Zeta, surrounded by the village cemetery and recognizable tall cypress trees, which can be seen beautifully in your photo.
History and tradition: It was built in the 19th century on the foundations of an older temple. Throughout history, the church has been the main gathering place for the residents of this part of Zeta.
Architecture: It was built in the traditional style of hewn stone as a single-aisled building. On the western facade, the characteristic belfry with three bell windows stands out.
Temple celebration: Every year on the Mithrovdan holiday (November 8), dedicated to the Holy Great Martyr Demetrius, the church serves a liturgy and organizes a traditional people's assembly.
