An exhibition titled The Colors of Orthodoxy — Montenegro has opened in Białystok, presenting the religious life, traditions and cultural heritage of Montenegro’s Orthodox communities.

The opening ceremony was attended by Metropolitan Joanikije of Montenegro and the Littoral, who spoke about the role of Orthodoxy in the country’s history and contemporary society, according to the website of the Polish Orthodox Church.

The exhibition introduces visitors to Orthodox Montenegro through photographs of churches and monasteries, religious services, pilgrimages and feast-day celebrations. The images also portray clergy and parishioners, religious customs and the everyday lives of believers.

Montenegrin landscapes occupy a prominent place in the exhibition, reflecting the natural setting in which the country’s Orthodox tradition developed over the centuries.

According to Metropolitan Joanikije, the photographs and the accompanying album convey the spiritual life of Montenegro and the importance of the Church to its people.

The Colors of Orthodoxy is an international photography project created by OrthPhoto, documenting Orthodoxy in countries and regions around the world. For many years, its photographers have recorded church life, religious architecture, traditions and communities, creating a visual history of Orthodox Christianity.

The project originated in Białystok before expanding internationally. Fifteen editions dedicated to Orthodoxy in different countries and regions have now been published. The Montenegro edition contains 100 photographs by 34 photographers.

The exhibition was first presented in Podgorica in April 2026. Its creation was carried out with the blessing of Metropolitan Sava, primate of the Polish Orthodox Church, and Metropolitan Joanikije.

At the Białystok opening, Archbishop Jacob of Białystok and Gdańsk emphasized the importance of international cultural exchanges. He said joint initiatives demonstrate that the Orthodox tradition unites people across national borders.

The exhibition has been installed along the fence of Białystok’s Cathedral of Saint Nicholas. It is the latest venue for a project that uses photography not only to portray church life, but also to introduce audiences to the culture and traditions of Orthodox communities in different countries.

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