Crkva Sv. Djordja, Црква Св. Ђорђа
Begin between 01.01.1090 and 31.12.1168
Properties
| ID | 122901 |
|---|---|
| System Class | Place |
| Case Study | Beyond East and West: Sacred Landscapes Duklja and Raška |
| Dedication | Saint George |
| Denomination | Orthodox |
| Evidence | Existing Monument |
| Ground Plans | Central Plan Basilica with a Dome , Cross-in-Square |
| Place | Existing Church |
| Stylistic Classification | Byzantine |
| Administrative unit | Kosovo , Serbia |
Description
The Church of St. George is situated in the city of Zvečan, in the Mitrovica district in Kosovo. It was built at the end of the 11th century probably by Vukan, because he controlled that high fortress at the time.
Its a cruciform edifice with a dome, made of alternating rows of brick and stone. It was constructed in the Byzantine style. Soon, the Church became an important cultic place. It is also known that in 1168, Nemanja sent his priests to pray for his victory while in conflict with his brothers .