Cover image of this place Црква Св. Пантелејмон / Church of St. Panteleimon

Byzantine church

Црква Св. Пантелејмон / Church of St. Panteleimon

Why locals love it

The Church of St. Panteleimon in Gorno Nerezi is a small 12th century Byzantine church located in a monastery complex. The church and monastery are dedicated to St. Panteleimon, the patron saint of physicians.

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Why you should visit it

The frescoes in the church are famous examples of Comnenian Age Byzantine Art, depicting scenes from the Passion of Christ. The coloring, dramatic composition and purity in expression displayed in the frescoes are outstanding examples of Macedonian medieval monumental painting in the later 12th century.

Special tip

You can get to the monastery with bus no. 28 that stops at the bus station Rekord in the city center.

Црква Св. Пантелејмон / Church of St. Panteleimon
Skopje, Скопје, Македонија
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