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Άγιος Ιωάννης

Λάρισας - Λεπτοκαρυάς

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Άγιος Ιωάννης

The church of Άγιος Ιωάννης (St. John) is a Greek Orthodox chapel located in the Municipal Unit of Kato Olympos, Greece.

  • The exact construction year is not known, but it is believed to date from the 19th century.
  • The chapel's architectural style is traditional Greek Orthodox, with a simple and unadorned exterior.
  • Notable features include the church's wooden iconostasis and the intricately carved stone floor.

The church ofΆγιος Ιωάννης is situated on Λάρισας - Λ Lepτοκarayas, in the heart of the Municipal Unit of Kato Olympos.

  • The town is located in central Greece, approximately 100 km northwest of Thessaloniki.

Denomination and Religious Significance

The chapel is an active Greek Orthodox church, serving the local community with regular worship services and liturgies.

  • As a place of worship, it holds significant religious importance for the surrounding population.

Architect and Notable Features

Unfortunately, information on the architect responsible for the chapel's design and construction is not available.

Organ and Bells Information

The church features a small organ, which is occasionally played during special services and events.

The chapel also has a single bell tower, which houses a small bell that rings out to signal important events in the community.

Heritage Status

The church ofΆγιος Ιωάννης is listed as a protected monument by local authorities, recognizing its cultural and historical significance.

Visiting Information

The church is open to visitors during regular worship services.

However, due to its small size and limited capacity, it is not possible for large groups or tourists to visit without prior arrangement with the priest or local authorities.

Notable Artworks or Relics

Unfortunately, information on notable artworks or relics within the chapel is not available.

Details

NameΆγιος Ιωάννης
CityMunicipal Unit of Kato Olympos
CountryGreece
Coordinates39.946022, 22.634632
Current useactive Greek Orthodox church