Parish of Rusava

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PARISH OF RUSAVA

Diocese: Olomouc
Decanate: Holešov
Denomination : Roman Catholic

Official blazon

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Origin/meaning

The silver cross upon a red background comes from the arms of John of Rottal, the founder of Rusava. The golden cross refers to the parish church of the Feast of the Cross. The golden lilies and blue background symbolise the proximity of Saint Hostýn pilgrimage hill.