The Archangels Monastery in Derviçan, one of the many churches and monasteries of the Drino Valley, has been declared a Category I Cultural Monument.
The approval of the project paves the way for the start of implementation works, which aim to restore the monastery’s function and livability, turning it into a vibrant space for the community and cultural heritage, as well as enriching the country’s tourist itineraries.
This will be the first full intervention for the restoration of the residential quarters (konaks), which are currently in a deteriorated condition. The project includes cleaning, consolidation of the masonry, and reconstruction of traditional elements such as roofs, floors, and wooden structures.
The Archangels Monastery is one of the most important spiritual and architectural ensembles of Derviçan, with outstanding historical and identity values. The complex, consisting of the church and residential buildings, reflects the tradition of stone construction and the organization of monastic life over the centuries.
Located on the plateau of Mali i Gjerë, above the village of Derviçan, the monastery is relatively newer compared to other complexes in this valley, but it holds significant value and demonstrates the development and typological diversity of post-Byzantine architecture.
As in all churches of Dropull, the same construction technique has been used here—layered stone masonry arranged in regular rows and bound with lime mortar. The roof is covered with stone slabs. The monastery is believed to date back to the 18th century.
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