Vranjina Monastery, Serbian Orthodox monastery on Vranjina island, Lake Skadar, Montenegro
The monastery sits on the southeastern part of the island and houses a church dedicated to Saint Nicholas. Inside the church stands an ornate iconostasis displaying religious artwork from different traditions.
The monastery was founded in the early 1220s and received generous land grants from the powerful Nemanjić dynasty. It later played an important role as the temporary seat of the Zeta Metropolitanate.
The place takes its name from the island setting and surrounding waters. The church inside displays religious artwork that reflects different cultural traditions found across the region.
The monastery is best reached by boat from Virpazar or Rijeka Crnojevića, or you can walk from Vranjina village. The site is usually open to visitors during daylight hours.
Nine people, including the monastery's abbot, died defending against an attack and fire in 1714. This event is remembered locally as a sign of resistance against external threats.
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