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Church of the Dormition of the Theotokos (Labovë e Kryqit)

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Church of the Dormition of the Theotokos (Labovë e Kryqit)

Church of the Dormition of the Theotokos or Saint Mary church is an Orthodox church located in the village of Labovë e Kryqit in Gjirokastër County, Albania. It was originally built in the 6th century AD during the reign of Byzantine Emperor Justinian I, and was later rebuilt in the 10th century 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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