- Address: Rruga Hasan Riza Pasha 39, Shkodër, Albania
- Date of construction: 2000.
The Orthodox church in Shkoder (Church of the Nativity of Christ) is one of the three main religious attractions of the city, which is located on the central Square of Democracy. Here, in walking distance are the mosque and the Catholic church, equitably adjoining each other. According to tourists, the Orthodox Church is very beautiful and attracts much attention.
Historical reference
The Orthodox temple can not be called a historically valuable object, since it is considered a new building in Albania . In Shkoder the temple was built in 2000. Earlier in this place there was a parish church, which in 1998 suffered a severe explosion. The ceremony of consecration of the church was conducted by the rector of the Orthodox Albanian Church, Archbishop Anastassy, together with the bishops Nathaniel of Amanti and Asti Willid. The Orthodox church is still under the jurisdiction of the Patriarchate of Constantinople.
Architectural features of the temple
The Orthodox church in Shkoder is a large two-story building with three original domes, giving the church a luxurious and majestic view. The facade of the building is painted in gentle-peach colors. The windows are decorated in the form of narrow arches, and small columns adorn the main entrance. The interior decor creates a sense of peace and tranquility. The middle part of the temple is separated from the altar by the iconostasis, to which the red carpet leads. In the middle of the iconostasis are the Royal Gates.
How to get to the Orthodox church in Shkoder?
Public transportation and private taxi services run in Shkoder. Bus stops are very few, mainly transport departs from the central areas. Take the bus to the nearest Rruga Teuta stop and walk along Rruga Fushö Cele to the Democracy Square, which houses the Orthodox Church. Directions in public transport are inexpensive, paid directly to the driver. In Shkoder, you can rent a car, if there is an international driver's license and age is 19 years (in some companies 21 years) or use taxi drivers, in advance having negotiated the amount for the trip.
For the local parishioners and guests of the city, the entrance to the temple is free. Those who wish can take photos for memory and put candles for health or for peace.
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