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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.

Site Information

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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Elevation: 465 m

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