The Church of St. George in Meterizi (the village of Meterizi in the Rijeka nahija / Dobrsko-Meteriška parish, on the road between Podgorica and Cetinje) represents an important spiritual and folk meeting place of this region.
Here are the key details about her:
Location and environment: It is located in the village of Meterizi, located along the old and new road that connects Podgorica and Cetinje. The church was built on a hill/cemetery and is framed by the characteristic rugged landscape of Rijeka Nahija.
Architecture: It was built in a traditional style of hewn stone. It is characterized by a single nave base with a belfry on a trestle (with three bell windows) above the western entrance.
History and renovation: The church originates from an older period, and during the past decades it was renovated and decorated with the efforts and contributions of the residents of Meteriz and the surrounding villages (such as Dobrski Selo, Ceklin and Lješanska nahija).
Significance and gathering: It is dedicated to the Holy Great Martyr George (Đurđevdan). The temple is the central gathering place of believers and residents of Meteriza on the occasion of church holidays, liturgies and village meetings.
