In the city of Trikala lies one of the famous examples of Ottoman architecture in Greece. Koursoum Mosque or Osman Shah Mosque is a prominent historic monument of mainland Greece, surviving to this day. It is still unknown when the mosque was built. It has been estimated somewhere between 1550 and 1560. The mosque is …
One of the major archaeological attractions on the island of Milos is definitely Milos Catacombs. A distinct religious landmark for the Christians, built around the 1st century AD. This is supposedly when Christianity first appeared in the area. As you can imagine, the catacombs are placed underground. There are caves carved on the volcanic rocks, …
The large number of historic churches and monasteries in the Municipality of Monemvasia bears witness to the region’s long religious tradition. These places of worship attract many pilgrims and other visitors every year. They are also favorite sites for marriages and baptism both among locals and others from further afield. In Monemvasia’s fortress are the …
The Monastery of Preveli is ages as fas as back to the 17th century reaching its peak during the 18th and 19th century. The foundation is consited of two separate areas the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian, also referred to as Piso Moni (monastery in the back) which is closer to the sea the monastery of …