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the bishop was no longer allowed to reside in the castle. The
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suggested ways to perform restoration work on the church. A planned attempt to convert the mosque into its origin, a church with partial U.S. sponsorship was not liked by the Muslim community of Shkodër, and the ambassador of the United States, Ms.
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carpenters to assist in the renovation of the area of the church dedicated to the choir. Another renovation is mentioned in 1403 from the then
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Nearby the church, until 1951, has existed an inn, called
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The construction typology is similar to that used in the
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possession. In 1319 Don Andrea of Shkodër brought from
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659:King Mosque, Elbasan
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508:, 8 NĂ«ntori
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277:franciscan
253:Montenegro
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167:Completed
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