Theotokaki - Dormition of the Virgin Mary

Religious Site // Church

Description

Located near the northern walls of the castle, the church of Theotokaki or the Dormition of the Virgin Mary (Kimisis tis Theotoku) is one of the oldest churches on the island (built in the 10th century AD). Renovated in 1663, it is notable for its carved wooden icon screen and its architecture, as it is one of the few small square domed churches.

Attributes

Altitude (in meters): 359
Time Reference: 10th Century AD
Access: Road, Path
Accessible: Normally
Duration of Visit: 30 minutes

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