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Church of St. Nicholas (Shelcan)

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Church of St. Nicholas (Shelcan)

Church of St. Nicholas is an Orthodox church located in Shelcan, Elbasan County, Albania. It was originally built in the 16th century AD. This church is known for the frescoes of the great Albanian painter of the 16th century, Onufri.

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Country: Albania

District: Elbasan County

Category: Churches and Monasteries

Site History: 16th Century AD

Oldest Culture: Christian

Later Cultures: Christian

Site Features: Christian Monuments

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Elevation: 571 m

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