Church of Saints George and Constantine in Pyrgos, Monofatsi

In the traditional village of Pyrgos, Monofatsi, you can find remarkable churches.

The Church of Saints George and Constantine is particularly noteworthy.

Originally, the church had three aisles, but today, only the central and southern aisles dedicated to Agios Georgios and Agios Konstantinos, respectively, remain intact.

Special Illustrations

The iconographic scheme of the church diverges from the conventional one, particularly in the area of the altar. Instead of depicting the Ascension and Pentecost, this section features four gospel scenes and four episodes from the life of Constantine the Great. These include the Nativity of Constantine the Great, his Transfer as an infant to the court of Emperor Diocletian, the Blessing of Saints Constantine and Helen by Christ, and a representation that combines the Mulvia bridge battle with the entrance of Constantine the Great into Rome after the battle. 

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