Church of Agia Paraskevi and Agios Panteleimon in Galifa

Church of Agia Paraskevi and Agios Panteleimon in Galifa

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The Church of Agia Paraskevi and Agios Panteleimon blends seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. 

Accessing it requires navigating a dirt road and may prove challenging, but the stunning view makes it worthwhile!

According to the Municipality of Hersonissos, it is a three-aisled church, with one aisle being transverse and the other serving as auxiliary. Historically, it was affiliated with a monastery. The oldest section of the church is the south aisle, believed to date back to the late 12th century or early 13th century.

The church celebrates its feast day on 26th and 27th July.

Photo: Wikimedia Commons

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