Old Metropolis, Veria
Old Metropolis, Veria, Byzantine church in Veria, Greece
The Old Metropolis stands as a three-aisled basilica with timber roofing, representing one of the largest mid-Byzantine religious structures in the Balkans.
Built around 1070 by Bishop Nikitas, this cathedral served as a Christian church until 1430 when it was transformed into the Hünkar Mosque during Ottoman rule.
The walls contain layers of frescoes from different periods, including a discovered image of the enthroned Theotokos above the northern gate.
Following extensive restoration work completed in 2016 with a budget of 3,465,000 euros, the building reopened to visitors on July 1st of that year.
The cathedral exhibits both Byzantine and Ottoman architectural elements, with modifications such as the transformation of semi-circular arches into pointed windows.
Location: Veria Municipality
Inception: 11 century
Architectural style: Byzantine architecture, Ottoman architecture
GPS coordinates: 40.52240,22.20170
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:52
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