Church of St. George, Byzantine church in Kurbinovo, North Macedonia
The Church of St. George features a rectangular nave with a semicircular apse, decorated with multiple registers of religious frescoes on its interior walls.
The original construction of the church dates back to 1191, during the Byzantine Empire, as verified by inscriptions found on the altar's honorary table.
The church walls display intricate frescoes depicting Saint Clement, Cyril and Methodius, along with representations of the Virgin Mary and Christ Child.
Located 2 kilometers from Kurbinovo village on Pelister mountain's slopes, the church measures 15 meters in length and remains an active religious site.
The building contains preserved images of Isaac II Angelos and his wife Margarita on its western façade, providing historical documentation of Byzantine rulers.
Location: Resen Municipality
Inception: 1191
Architectural style: Byzantine architecture
Length: 15 m
GPS coordinates: 40.98583,21.08500
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:36
North Macedonia contains archaeological sites, religious buildings, and natural formations. The country features Bronze Age observatories, Roman ruins, Byzantine churches, Ottoman buildings, and Orthodox monasteries. Natural sites include mountain lakes, waterfalls, caves, and national parks with native species.
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