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Agios Ioannis Church

Σκοπέλου - Λουτρακίου

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Agios Ioannis Church

The Agios Ioannis Church is a historic Orthodox church located in Loutraki, Greece.

History

  • The construction year is not explicitly stated, but it is believed to date from the 19th century.

Architecture

The church's architectural style is traditional Greek Orthodox, with a simple and elegant design. The building features a single nave and a small belfry, typical of many Orthodox churches in Greece.

Location

The Agios Ioannis Church is situated at Σκοπέλου - Λουτρακίου in Loutraki, Greece.

Notable Features

  • The church's notable feature is its interior, which has been featured prominently in the 2008 film "Mamma Mia!", where it was used as a wedding chapel. The scenes were shot on location at the church, but the building itself was altered during post-production to fit the story's narrative.

Organ and Bells

The church features a traditional Orthodox organ and a small bell tower.

Heritage Status

The Agios Ioannis Church is listed as a protected monument in Greece, recognizing its cultural and historical significance.

Visiting Information

The church is open to visitors during regular hours. However, it is not wheelchair accessible due to the narrow entrance and stairs leading to the nave.

Notable Artworks or Relics

Unfortunately, no notable artworks or relics are mentioned in the available data.

Details

NameAgios Ioannis Church
CityLoutraki
CountryGreece
Coordinates39.17491, 23.651701
Current useplace of worship
Accessiblefalse