Monastery of Panagia Mavriotissa, Byzantine monastery in Mavrochori, Greece
The Monastery of Panagia Mavriotissa sits near Lake Kastoria, featuring a single-room church with a large narthex and detailed wall paintings.
Built in 1082 during the Byzantine Empire's control of Kastoria, the monastery marks the region's liberation from Norman occupation under Alexios I Komnenos.
The interior walls display frescoes from the late 12th and early 13th centuries, representing traditional Byzantine religious artistic techniques and imperial portraits.
Located 4 kilometers from Kastoria town center, the monastery maintains both its religious function and status as a historical monument for visitors.
The exterior frescoes include rare depictions of Byzantine emperors Alexios I Komnenos and Michael IX Palaiologos, connecting the site to imperial patronage.
Location: Kastoria Municipality
Inception: 1082
Architectural style: Byzantine architecture
GPS coordinates: 40.50980,21.29030
Latest update: March 3, 2025 05:52
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