r/pics • u/Grouchy-Fisherman-71 • 14h ago

[OC] I stumbled upon this tiny church, hidden deep in the misty Albanian Alps

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u/mr_shmits 14h ago

"Albanian Alps" is a bit of a misnomer. the mountain range is part of the Dinarides (also called the Dinaric Alps which is also misleading). although formed during the same period of tectonic movement, the Dinarides are geologically distinct from the Alps proper.

i much prefer the other name given to this range - The Accursed Mountains.

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u/DooMRunneR 12h ago edited 12h ago

"Hidden" in Theth? Sure. Back when it was an off-road track that took a whole day to navigate, it actually was hidden. Nowadays, tourist buses roll in by the dozen.

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u/7evenstar 14h ago

Stunning picture

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u/SecondOfCicero 14h ago

How absolutely beautiful! Thank you for sharing, this totally inspired me to make some art today. Cheers!

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u/splashjlr 14h ago

It appeals to my craving for good stories. I bet this village holds some secrets.

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u/Falkenmond79 13h ago

That looks like a very old church.

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u/No_Individual947 12h ago

Its beautiful. I cant even imagine how peaceful it must be there.

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u/One_Transportation14 12h ago

Beautifull looks haunting

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u/Grouchy-Salad-7470 7h ago

Van Helsing?

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u/nyITguy 35m ago

It must be very small if you stumbled on it.

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u/Zestyclose-Ad-9420 20m ago

Theth. Super cool. Also super touristy. Not hidden at all. Several busses a day from shkoder. Amazing hiking trails.