Church of the Dormition of Our Lady, Greek Orthodox shrine in Jdeydeh quarter, Aleppo, Syria.
Description
The Church of the Dormition of Our Lady is a Greek Orthodox shrine in the Jdeydeh quarter with a single dome crowned by a prominent bell tower that rises above the surrounding neighborhood. The structure is built of stone and features the typical eastern church architecture characteristic of the region.
History
The shrine underwent major renovations between 1850 and 1852 following damage sustained during violent conflicts that targeted the Christian population. An Armenian manuscript by Movses Vardapet documents earlier repair work carried out between 1499 and 1500, funded by members of the Armenian elite.
Culture
The interior contains numerous valuable icons from the Aleppine school, representing centuries of Orthodox Christian artistic traditions in the region.
Practical
The building remains open to visitors and religious services continue regularly, though restoration efforts are ongoing. It is advisable to check current accessibility beforehand and confirm opening times in advance.
Did you know?
The interior houses a collection of icons belonging to the Aleppine school, reflecting centuries of Orthodox Christian artistic tradition in the region. These works display the artistic techniques and stylistic features that have been cultivated by local masters across generations.
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