Leusa – Albanian  Telegraphic  Agency. https://en.ata.gov.al News Agency Sat, 14 Jan 2023 10:26:30 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Dormition of Saint Mary church in Leusa, harmony of cultural heritage and nature https://en.ata.gov.al/2023/01/14/dormition-of-saint-mary-church-in-leusa-harmony-of-cultural-heritage-and-nature/ https://en.ata.gov.al/2023/01/14/dormition-of-saint-mary-church-in-leusa-harmony-of-cultural-heritage-and-nature/#respond Sat, 14 Jan 2023 08:11:09 +0000 http://en.ata.gov.al/?p=196828 TIRANA, January 14 /ATA/ The National Institute of Cultural Heritage highlighted one of the cultural monuments, which can also be an interesting destination to visit on the weekend.

The chosen object is the Dormition of Saint Mary church in Leusa of Përmet.

The Saint Mary’s Church is an orthodox church in the village of Leusa.

From the center of Përmet, it’s a 30 to 40-minute hike to the monastery, which is well worth the effort for the great views over the Vjosa river valley.

The dome-shaped basilica dates back to the 18th century, but is in a well-maintained state. The church is built on a surface of 345 square meters and consists of a narthex, a naos, an altar, and a porch. A chapel was added later as well. The building is rich in murals, frescos, and other decorations. The murals date back to 1812 and the carved iconostasis was added in 1817.

The inscription on the northern gate informs us that the painters of the church were Mihali, Jorgo and Jorgo from Fjonjati. The church dates back to the 18th century and is still functional for believers. /j.p/p.s./

 

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