‘Out of gratitude to Mary’: Polish billionaire builds Europe’s tallest statue of Our Lady | Buobe
‘Out of gratitude to Mary’: Polish billionaire builds Europe’s tallest statue of Our Lady
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The statue is Europe's tallest dedicated to Our Lady — It showcases the significant devotion and financial capability of Polish Catholics.
A bishop will bless the monument during its unveiling — This highlights the involvement of religious authorities and strengthens local faith communities' ties.
Focusing on potential developments, this event could attract more tourists and pilgrims to Konotopie, boosting local economy.
Bishop Krzysztof Wętkowski will bless the statue, which was funded by billionaire Roman Karkosik, on the Feast of the Assumption in the village of Konotopie, Poland.
