Ardenica Monastery
Manastiri i Ardenicës
An Orthodox monastery on a hill north of Fier, where the national hero Skanderbeg is said to have held his wedding. The church contains 18th-century murals by the Zografi brothers.
Ardenica Monastery was built in the 13th century and sits on an olive-covered hill at the edge of the Myzeqe Plain. The murals and iconostasis of the church of the Virgin Mary are the work of the renowned 18th-century painters, the Zografi brothers, and their colors are remarkably well preserved. According to tradition, Skanderbeg married his wife here in 1451. Monks still live at the monastery, and there is a small restaurant on site. It is about 20 km from Apollonia, so both can be visited on the same day. Modest dress is required for visiting.
Opening hours
Open daytime
Nearby sights
- Apollonia Archaeological Park
- Çobo Winery
- Byllis
- Holy Trinity Church, Berat
- Onufri Iconographic Museum
- Berat Castle
- Gorica Bridge
- St. Michael's Church, Berat