The Church of St. Nicholas in the village of Mataguži is located in the area of Zeta, southeast of Podgorica [cite: 1, 2]. This is the key information about the church: History and origin: It is believed that the temple dates back to the first half of the 14th century, and it is believed to have been built on the foundations of a much older early Christian sanctuary. Through history: Over the centuries, the church shared the fate of the Zeta region. During the retreat of the Ottoman army in 1910, the church was set on fire, but thanks to the efforts of the local clergy, it was possible to collect compensation, which was subsequently rebuilt. Restoration and consecration: After a thorough restoration at the end of the 20th century, the temple was consecrated again in 1993 and returned to regular liturgical use. Local significance: The church with the associated village cemetery is the main spiritual and gathering place for the residents of Mataguž and the surrounding Zeta hamlets.
