Muzeu Kombëtar Ikonografik Onufri
About This Museum
Tucked within the stone walls of Berat's 13th-century fortress, this isn't your typical museum. It's a spiritual and artistic journey housed in the very church—the Cathedral of the Dormition—where these works were once venerated. The air itself feels thick with history, a quiet reverence that clings to the ancient stones. Here, you don't just see icons; you experience them in their original, breathtaking context.
Collection Highlights
The museum's soul is its namesake, the 16th-century master Onufri, famed for his luminous and expressive saints painted in a vibrant, signature red. Beyond his work, you'll find a stunning array of iconostases, liturgical gospels bound in silver, and delicate priestly vestments embroidered with gold thread.
Visitor Information
Wandering through the dimly lit nave, with saints' eyes following you from every wall, is an almost meditative experience. It’s a small space that demands a slow pace; give yourself time to let the quiet beauty and sheer age of the place sink in.
Architecture & Building
The collection is displayed inside a beautiful Byzantine church, which sits as the spiritual heart of the sprawling hilltop castle complex.
Contact & Location
Address: Muzeu Kombëtar Ikonografik Onufri, Rruga Lagje Kala, Mangalem, Berat, Bashkia Berat, Qarku i Beratit, 5001, Shqipëria
Phone: +355 32 232 224
Website: Visit Website
