Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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The Janja Monastery, located in southwestern Serbia, is an archaeological site featuring the remnants of a 15th-century Serbian Orthodox monastery. The site, known as the 'Janja Church in Stari Vlah,' signifies the rich religious heritage of the region. Built during the late Post-Classical Period, the monastery includes a single-nave church. Archaeological excavations have uncovered the fundamental structure, along with decorative elements such as frescoes, a marble table, and pottery fragments. Its destruction in the late 17th century marked the end of its initial phase. The restoration efforts completed in 2012 have revived its historical and cultural significance, showcasing the artistic legacy of the Serbian Orthodox tradition.
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