CHURCH OF THE HOLY VIRGIN
Sightseeing
2024
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2024
This church was founded in the year 1000 by the Byzantine emperor Alexius I. And exceptionally, its external aspect is totally intact despite the earthquakes and other invasions (Turkish, Frankish) that the island has suffered. Only a fire in 1915 weakened it. But it remains a majestic church when one enters it. It is in itself classic of Greek Orthodox churches, but it is distinguished by its absolutely privileged location, overlooking the bay of Santorini.
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en haut du village (fort voire trop touristique). Elle a une architecture typique de Santorin avec un dôme bleu et des fenêtres en arc.