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Church of St Sophia
11th-century frescoes
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Image courtesy of © Petar Milošević · CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia CommonsAbout Church of St Sophia
St Sophia was the cathedral of the medieval archbishops of Ohrid. Its 11th-century frescoes are among the most important of their time, and its fine acoustics make it a venue for concerts during the Ohrid Summer Festival.
Why it's on our list
- 11th-century frescoes
- Former cathedral
- Summer concerts
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Church of St Sophia before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from Church of St Sophia are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 15 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Nearest taxi ranks
- Taxi rank600 m7 min walk