Grachanica Monastery
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Ilya Melnik
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About this spot
Gračanica Monastery is a Serbian Orthodox monastery located in Kosovo, near the town of Gračanica. Built in the early 14th century by Serbian King Stefan Milutin, it is considered an outstanding example of medieval Serbian architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The monastery features a five-domed church dedicated to the Annunciation of the Holy Virgin Mary. Its well-preserved frescoes, which cover the church's interior, are notable for their vivid colors and remarkable artistic expression. The monastery is an important religious, cultural, and historical site for the Serbian Orthodox community, and it attracts many pilgrims and tourists. Gračanica Monastery remains an active religious institution, with monks residing within the complex and maintaining its spiritual significance.
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