The Church of St. Nicholas in Šipačno (Gornje Šipačno), not far from Nikšić, is the main village shrine of this region. Here are the key details and interesting facts about this church: Dedication and history: The church is dedicated to St. Nicholas the Miracle Worker (St. Nicholas). It was built in the 19th century on the village cemetery and since then it has been the central place of gathering and spiritual life of the inhabitants of Šipačn and the surrounding villages. Architecture: It was built in the traditional style characteristic of Montenegrin villages - of harmoniously carved stone blocks, with a single nave base and a brick belfry "on a horseshoe" with one opening above the entrance door. Location and cemetery: The church is surrounded by old and new village cemeteries where generations of local residents and well-known brotherhoods from this region rest. Restoration and tradition: Over time, the church was renovated with the efforts and contributions of the locals, and the most important gatherings and services are related to the feast of Saint Nicholas (St. Nicholas' Day and summer Nicholas' Day).
