The Regional Directorate of Cultural Heritage Korçë (DRTK Korçë) continues restoration work at the Church of Saint Nicholas in Voskopoja.

Recently, the team shared new images showing the cleaning of frescoes inside the church’s porch.

Currently, specialists are removing harmful graffiti from the painted surfaces. These writings have damaged both the visual and cultural value of the frescoes. Moreover, they threaten Albania’s shared heritage.

Importantly, the Church of Saint Nicholas is a key post-Byzantine monument. Located in the heart of Voskopoja, it reflects the town’s rich historical role.

Architecturally, the church preserves the full structure of a post-Byzantine basilica. It includes a nave, narthex, arcade, and bell tower.

Construction began in June 1721 and finished by September 1722. The bell tower was likely added later. A major reconstruction took place around 1936.

Since 1948, the church has held first-category monument status due to its high artistic and architectural value.

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