The wonderful region of Santorini is known for a glorious past and immense collection of natural spots. Panagia Episkopi, Santorini is one of the historical treasures of the region. The region of Santorini splashed by the blue waters of the Aegean Sea offers a wonderful place for vacation. Panagia Episkopi, Santorini has both historical and architectural significance.
he Panagia Episkopi, Santorini is located in the village of Episkopi Gonia, which is popularly known as Mesa Gonia. The Panagia Episkopi in Santorini is a wonderful Byzantine church. The Panagia Episkopi is the best example of the traditional architecture. The architecture of the church was designed by Mathaios Mendrinos, who was the author of the booklet "The Church of Episkopi in Santorini". The region of Santoriniis is easily accessible. The city of Santorini includes a national airport. The international travelers can land at the Athens international airport and take direct flight to Santorini, which will take only 40 minutes. The other way to reach the city is via sea route. You will get regular ferry boat service from the port of Piraeus, Thessaloniki or Crete to the port of Santorini.
The Panagia Episkopi, Santorini was built in the late 11th Century by the Emperor named as Alexios A’ Kominos. The church houses the icon of Panagia Glikofilousa, which is the third most priceless portable icons in the world. The Panagia Episkopi of Santorini has survived several invasions and earthquakes. The church is the only Byzantine churches, which is well preserved. The region was repeatedly invaded by Venetians, the Francs, the Russians, the Turksa and after every invasion the church was the first property to bee captured. The region is full of volcanoes and it is an earthquake prone region. The Panagia Episkopi in Santorini has also survived several earthquakes.
The church of Panagia Episkopi in Santorini is dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin. Every year there is a religious ceremony that takes place on 15th of August. During this celebration you will find several food, dancing and singing. The interior of the church is decorated by beautiful wall paintings. Most of the treasures of the church were destroyed in 1915 by a terrible fire. Some of the wonderful items of this church were saved and are worth checking out.
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