Origin
The Sanctuary of The Queen of the Kashubs in Sianowo church, is currently the biggest in Kashubia.
The first mention of Sianowo dates to 1348. In 1480, the Church burned in a fire; however, The Madonna of Swionowo, a very finely crafted statue, was saved. After the fire, the parish of Sianowo became a part of Strzepcz parish, although the church was later rebuilt. Around this time, the veneration of "The Mother of God" grew in popularity. Sources claim that by the 15th century, a host of people were already making pilgrimages to Sianowo for blessings.
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