The church was built to replace an older 18th-century structure that stood on the same site.
The interior contains a notable iconostasis that reflects the influence of the Volhynia painting school.
The village of Puchły is situated within the buffer zone of the Narew National Park.
The parish organizes annual religious processions that attract pilgrims from across Poland.
The structure is built using a timber-frame technique typical of late-imperial Russian borderlands architecture.
The Orthodox Parish of the Protection of the Mother of God in Puchły is a historic wooden church located in the Podlaskie Voivodeship. Constructed in 1913, the building is a prime example of the Russian-Byzantine architectural style common in the region. It is officially listed as a registered monument under the protection of the Polish National Heritage Institute. The parish is renowned for its icon of the Mother of God of Puchły, which is considered miraculous by local tradition. The church features a distinct blue exterior and is surrounded by a cemetery containing 19th and early 20th-century tombstones. It serves as an active religious center for the Orthodox community in the Narew River valley. The site is part of the Wooden Architecture Route of the Podlaskie region.
From the road entrance gate, capturing the blue facade against the backdrop of the tall surrounding trees.
Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Orthodox Skete in Odrynki.
Respect the ongoing religious services by maintaining silence and remaining near the entrance if a liturgy is in progress.
The local roads are narrow and quiet, making the area excellent for cycling.
Do not enter the church while a liturgy is in progress unless you intend to participate respectfully; do not walk through the cemetery grass during wet weather.
The church is an active parish; it is generally accessible to visitors outside of scheduled liturgical service times.
Shoulders and knees must be covered; women should wear headscarves; men must remove headwear. Photography is strictly prohibited during religious services.
