Omorfoklissia

Omorfoklissia (Greek: Ομορφοκκλησιά and Εύμορφη Εκκλησία) is a Greek Orthodox church dedicated to Saint George and is located in Galatsi and considered one of the landmarks of the area.

History

It is estimated that the church was built some time in the 12th century over an earlier Christian temple, which in turn had been built over an earlier pagan temple. Around the church, ancient Greek antiquities have been found as well as ancient human remains and it is probable that an ancient cemetery existing nearby.

Art

Because of the stunning beauty of the icons and wall paintings housed within the church, it has been labeled as a "museum of aghiography".

Some of the scenery found on the walls, are images from the life of St. George and from the Old Testament, while on the ceiling, the image of Jesus Christ is found. Other images of prophets, angels and other saints can be found throughout.

See also

• Galatsi
• Church of Panaghia Kapnikarea

References

• "Ομορφοκκλησιά στο Γαλάτσι" (in Greek). http://www.matia.gr/7/72/7205/7205_1_5.html. Retrieved 2007-04-06. 

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