The Archangels Monastery in Derviçan, Gjirokastër, stands as one of the many churches and monasteries along the Drinos Valley.

Perched on the slope of Mali i Gjerë above Derviçan village, the monastery is newer than other complexes in the valley. However, it holds significant value and reflects the development and typological diversity of post-Byzantine architecture.

The complex includes the church and surrounding quarters, mainly on the east and west sides.

To showcase the site, the Gjirokastër Regional Directorate of Cultural Heritage released 3D images of the monastery. The church consists of a naos and a narthex. Inside, the walls feature mural paintings.

The naos has a cross-shaped, domed structure with a triapsidal design. Its interior measures 6.9 by 3.8 meters. It connects to the narthex on the western side, which has two floors.

Like other Dropull churches, builders used layered stone masonry. Stones were arranged in regular rows and joined with lime mortar. The roof is covered with stone slabs.

Dating estimates suggest the monastery was built in the 18th century, marking it as an important example of post-Byzantine religious architecture in the region.

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