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Fresco in the Church of St George, North Macadonia

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Video. Greece and North Macedonia agree to save rare 12th century frescoes

Updated: 08/09/2023 - 12:00 GMT+2

The fresco paintings found inside St George's church in North Macedonia are a rare example of Byzantine art in the Balkan region. The governments of North Macedonia and Greece - alongside the European Centre for Byzantine Monuments - have agreed to ensure the preservation of the frescoes.

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