Church of Saint Petka (Sveta Petka), Prilep, North Macedonia

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This is the Church of Saint Petka (Macedonian Orthodox: Црква „Св. Петка“), a prominent Orthodox church in Prilep, located at Ulica Vojvodinska, 7500 Prilep.

It serves as the main parish church for the local community.
- Dedication: Saint Petka (Paraskeva), feast day October 27 (Julian)/November 14 (Gregorian)—a beloved saint in Macedonian Orthodox tradition.
- Architecture: Modern basilica-style with a marble iconostasis resembling medieval designs, travertine and Prilep marble floors, copper-clad domes, and red tile roof—blending contemporary reinforced concrete with traditional Macedonian aesthetics.
- Memorial significance: One church in the Tochila neighborhood commemorates the 2001 Karpalak ambush (10 Macedonian defenders killed), but the central Sveta Petka is the primary city temple.
- Community hub: Hosts liturgies, feasts (e.g., Christmas, Easter), and events; open to visitors.

Post by Belinda S.G | Oct 31, 2025