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St. Athanasius Church (Kisha e Shen Thanasit)

St. Athanasius Church (Kisha e Shen Thanasit)

The church can be visited

The St. Athanasius Church, a significant sacred building, is located in Moscopole, a historic town in Albania. This house of worship stands as a testament to the region's rich Orthodox tradition and impresses with its historical architecture.

History+

The St. Athanasius Church was constructed in the year 1721. Since its erection, it has served as a cemetery church, thus being closely linked to the history and people of Moscopole.

Location+

The structure is situated in Moscopole in the Korça district, within the Korça region of Albania. It stands at an elevation of approximately 1173 meters above sea level.

On site+

Visitors have the opportunity to explore the church and experience its historical atmosphere.

Nearby+
  • The St. Nicholas Church (sacred building) is approx. 0.7 km away.
  • The St. Michael's Church (sacred building) is approx. 1.0 km away.
  • The Monastery of St. John the Baptist (sacred building) is located approx. 1.4 km away.
  • The Berat Fortress (fortress) is approx. 55.1 km away.

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Source: Wikipedia · Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0

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