St. Athanasius the Great – 14th century cave church, Kališta, Struga

The cave church dedicated to St. Athanasius the Great in Kališta was built in the 14th century. The church can be reached after about 5 minutes walk south of the monastery Kališta.

St. Athanasius the Great - 14th century cave church, Kališta, Struga

The church is relatively easy to reach by steep stone stairs, but care must be taken when ascending and descending, as stone steps are slippery in places.

St. Athanasius the Great - 14th century cave church, Kališta, Struga

The interior of the church is small and filled with frescoes painted in the 14th and 19th centuries.

St. Athanasius the Great - 14th century cave church, Kališta, Struga

St. Athanasius the Great - 14th century cave church, Kališta, Struga
From the plateau in front of the door, the visitors can enjoy the breathtaking view of the surrounding and Ohrid Lake.