Church of St. Mary of Blachernae
Berat, Albania
Its 13th-century stone architecture, rebuilt in the 16th century, distinguishes this church from nearby mosques and Sufi temples.
Kisha e Shën Mëri Vllahernës is an important temple located within the castle in Berat. It dates back to the 13th century and was rebuilt in the 16th century. It stands out with its simple, stone architecture, typical of Byzantine churches in the region. Inside, fragments of frescoes have been preserved, testifying to its former glory. It is a valuable monument of sacred architecture.
- Visit time: 45 min
- Opening hours: Mon–Sun 09:30–16:00 (from OpenStreetMap — check before you go)
- Local name: Kisha e Shën Mëri Vllahernës
How long does it take to visit Church of St. Mary of Blachernae?
Plan about 45 min.
Nearby
- St. Nicholas Church — 10 m
- Onufri National Iconographic Museum — 70 m
- Cathedral of the Dormition of St. Mary — 80 m
- Berat Castle — 120 m
- Konak — 120 m
- Temi — 130 m
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