St. Nicholas of Myra Cathedral, Lungro

St. Nicholas of Myra Cathedral is a Baroque church in Lungro with an ornate facade decorated with detailed carvings and architectural features typical of 18th-century Italian Baroque style. The building rises from an elevated position overlooking a central square in the town.

Construction of this cathedral was completed in 1722, after which it became the principal church of the Catholic Eparchy of Lungro. It marks a pivotal moment in the religious history of the Albanian Catholic community in the region.

The name honors Saint Nicholas, a figure revered across both Eastern and Western Christian traditions. The cathedral serves as the spiritual center for the local Albanian Catholic community that gathers here for worship and religious observance.

The cathedral sits on Via De Rada in central Lungro on elevated ground and is easily reached on foot. Visiting in the morning or early afternoon provides the best light for viewing the architecture and surrounding square.

The interior blends Italian Baroque architecture with Byzantine artistic elements, creating a fusion of Western and Eastern Christian traditions. This combination of two distinct styles is uncommon to find in the region.

Location: Lungro

Inception: December 21, 1722

Architectural style: Italian Baroque architecture

GPS coordinates: 39.74223,16.12240

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:04