Saint Erasmus

Ohrid, North Macedonia

Saint Erasmus is an ancient Christian basilica and necropolis located near Ohrid, along the Ohrid-Struga freeway. Archaeological excavations have uncovered a three-part basilica and a necropolis with 124 graves dating from the 6th and 12th centuries.

References:

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Religious sites in North Macedonia

Address

E852, Ohrid, North Macedonia

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Details

Founded: 6th century AD
Category: Religious sites in North Macedonia

More Information

en.wikipedia.org

Rating

4.8/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Goran Tasev (2 years ago)
Great place to go

Engjell Icka (2 years ago)
Holy!

Dimitar Stojanov (Димитар Стојанов) (3 years ago)
Peaceful holy place with great saint!

Jovan Atanasov (3 years ago)
Troparion of Saint Erasmus You have lived your life reverently, wise man, you have adorned yourself with the robes of the priesthood, you have been humbled by the martyr's blood, Erasmus has been worthy of the purest honors in heaven, and standing before the Holy Trinity, you pray for us who glorify you.

Dimce Trpceski (4 years ago)
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