TIRANA, Aug 1 /ATA/ Cadets from the Turkish Naval Forces visited on Friday the National Museum Center in Berat.
During their tour, they had the opportunity to catch a glimpse if the prized collection of the “Onufri” Iconographic Museum. This visit was part of an official delegation of Turkish Naval cadets to Albania. While in Berat, they explored Albania’s rich iconographic heritage and the renowned works of artist Onufri, while also deepening their understanding of the city’s history and culture.
Every day, “Onufri” welcomes hundreds of visitors from across the globe, providing them with a profound spiritual and artistic experience featuring rare icons and an audio guide offered in multiple foreign languages.
The “Onufri” Iconographic Museum is situated in the center of the residential area inside Berat Castle. It is housed in the former Cathedral of the “Dormition of St. Mary.” This building is the largest church in the Kala neighborhood and previously served as Berat’s cathedral. Along with the Metropolis buildings, it comprised a significant architectural complex.
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