Saint John the Baptist Baptistery, Thessaloniki, Byzantine baptistery in Thessaloniki, Greece.
The Saint John the Baptist Baptistery features octagonal design elements and contains a baptismal font designed for complete immersion ceremonies in Christian traditions.
Built during the fifth century, this religious structure served as a central location for baptism ceremonies during the Byzantine period when Thessaloniki was a major imperial city.
The baptistery stands as a testament to early Christian architectural development in Greece, incorporating specific design elements that symbolize spiritual rebirth through water.
Located at coordinates 40.632361, 22.946861, the baptistery remains accessible to visitors exploring the religious monuments of central Thessaloniki throughout the year.
The structure maintains its original baptismal font and architectural features from the early Christian period, representing the standardized church designs of post-Constantinian era.
Location: Thessaloniki Municipality
Architectural style: Byzantine architecture
GPS coordinates: 40.63236,22.94686
Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:16
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