Church of Virgin Mary of Czestochowa and Beatified August Czartoryski: A Cultural Symbol of Polish Migration

Abstract

The phenomenon of migration, which is one of the concepts discussed in the 21st century, is a topic of academic research in terms of architectural history due to its impact on urban spaces. The spatial practices caused by migration movements throughout history have been a guide to today's studies. Therefore, a case study is conducted to examine the migration-urban-space relationship of Poles, who migrated to Istanbul by the mid-19th century, achieved to establish an autonomous colony settlement, Adampol, and strived to build a church there. This study begins by looking at the migration process and the establishment of the village. Subsequently, a thorough examination is conducted on the Church of Virgin Mary of Czestochowa and Beatified August Czartoryski which still stands today. Drawings of the church are produced and examined from an architectural point of view. The lack of research regarding this church within architecture creates a unique aspect of this study, setting an example for immigrants to keep their ethnic and religious roots alive in physical spaces even when in another country. .