Important medieval frescoes of St. Premte Chapel in the remote village of Valsh in central Albania, have suffered irreparable damage at the hands of thieves who tried to prize them from the walls.
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A shocking tale of destruction of rare frescoes in Albania - do please spread the news about this and perhaps contact the Albanian Ministry to ask what is happening. Pressure helps!