The Churches of Peace in Jawor and Swidnica, the largest timber-framed religious buildings in Europe, were built in the former Silesia in the mid-17th century. They are outstanding testimony to an exceptional act of tolerance on the part of the emperor of Austria towards Protestant communities in Silesia in the period following the Thirty Years’ War in Europe. They were to commemorate the end of devastating war and religious conflicts. The Churches of Peace show a particular political development in Europe as well as great spiritual power and commitment.