Saint George Church, Church on Lycabettus Hill, Athens, Greece.
The whitewashed Saint George Church stands at the peak of Lycabettus Hill, featuring a bell tower constructed in 1902 through Nicholas Thon's donation.
The current structure replaced a Byzantine church, built upon an ancient site where a temple of Zeus previously existed on the highest point of Athens.
The church contains religious icons depicting saints and biblical scenes, maintaining strong connections with Orthodox Christian traditions and local community gatherings.
Visitors can reach Saint George Church by walking up Lycabettus Hill or taking the funicular railway that operates throughout the day.
The Russian-made bell in the tower was a personal gift from Queen Amalia, marking the royal connection to this religious monument.
Location: Athens Municipality
GPS coordinates: 37.98194,23.74333
Latest update: March 8, 2025 00:29
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