Hosios Loukas, Byzantine monastery in Distomo-Arachova-Antikyra Municipality, Greece
The monastery contains two interconnected churches with domed octagonal structures, displaying intricate marble work and ornate stone patterns throughout its construction.
Founded between 901 and 1001 by Luke Thaumaturgus, the monastery gained prominence when pilgrims started visiting the tomb seeking cures through the myron oil.
The interior walls feature extensive Macedonian Renaissance period mosaics depicting religious scenes, saints, and martyrs in traditional Byzantine artistic style.
Visitors can access the monastery daily from 9:00 to 17:00 in winter and until 18:00 in summer, with tickets available at the entrance.
The burial crypt beneath the Katholikon contains multiple vaulted passages with frescoes showing Christ's Passion and Resurrection in remarkable detail.
Location: Distomo-Arachova-Antikyra Municipality
Location: Commune of Steiri
Inception: 10 century
Founders: Luke Thaumaturgus
Architectural style: Byzantine architecture
Part of: Monasteries of Daphni, Hosios Loukas and Nea Moni of Chios
Website: http://osiosloukas.gr/site
GPS coordinates: 38.39514,22.74632
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:55
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