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Dhuvjan Monastery
Dhuvjan Monastery
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Dhuvjan Monastery
Dhuvjan Monastery or Monastery of Saints Quiricus and Julietta is a historical Orthodox monastery located in Dhuvjan village in Gjirokastër County, Albania. It was built was built in the 6th century AD during the Byzantine era. The monastery was later restored and expanded in 1089 AD.
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Country: Albania
District: Gjirokastër County
Category: Churches and Monasteries
Site History: 6th Century AD
Oldest Culture: Byzantine
Later Cultures: Christian
Site Features: Christian Monuments
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