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- Church of the Dormition of the Virgin (Kisha e Shën Mërisë) — The largest and most imposing church in Voskopoja, with well-preserved 18th-century frescoes and a rich iconostasis that give a clear sense of why this village was once a major Orthodox center.
- Church of the Archangels Michael and Gabriel (Kisha e Shën Arqangjellëve) — Famous locally for vivid wall paintings and ornate decoration; it’s one of the best spots to see classic Moscopole-style fresco work up close.
- Church of St. Nicholas (Kisha e Shën Kollit) — A merchant’s church with fine icons and a compact, intimate interior; good for noticing small artistic details you miss in larger churches.
- Church of the Holy Trinity (Kisha e Shën Triadhës) — Architecturally distinctive and often quieter than the main churches, so you can
- Church of the Dormition of the Virgin (Kisha e Shën Mërisë) — The largest and most imposing church in Voskopoja, with well-preserved 18th-century frescoes and a rich iconostasis that give a clear sense of why this village was once a major Orthodox center.
- Church of the Archangels Michael and Gabriel (Kisha e Shën Arqangjellëve) — Famous locally for vivid wall paintings and ornate decoration; it’s one of the best spots to see classic Moscopole-style fresco work up close.
- Church of St. Nicholas (Kisha e Shën Kollit) — A merchant’s church with fine icons and a compact, intimate interior; good for noticing small artistic details you miss in larger churches.
- Church of the Holy Trinity (Kisha e Shën Triadhës) — Architecturally distinctive and often quieter than the main churches, so you can linger and take in the fresco program without a crowd.
- Church of St. John (Kisha e Shën Gjonit) — Smaller and less showy, but valuable for its preserved fresco fragments and the atmosphere of an old parish still in use.
- Church of St. Athanasius (Kisha e Shën Athanasit) — Notable for its carved wood elements and local iconography; a great example of how local artisans adapted broader Orthodox styles.
- Ruins and site of the New Academy (Akademia e Voskopojës) — The physical remains and nearby structures mark where the 18th-century educational complex stood; visiting gives a feel for the village’s former intellectual importance (accessibility can vary, but the site is visitable).
- Voskopojë local museum / parish collections — Small displays of icons, liturgical objects, and local costumes are often held in church annexes or a modest village museum; they’re a quick way to grasp daily life and religious culture here.
- Traditional merchant houses and stone architecture — Walk the lanes to see the surviving 18th-century stone and wood houses, some still lived in or partially restored—real, lived history rather than museum reconstructions.
- Old cemetery and hilltop viewpoints — Weathered tombstones, old crosses and quiet paths above the village give perspective on local history and offer classic views over the Korçë valley—great for sunset photos and reflection.
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