Santorini Orthodox Cathedral

Orthodox Metropolitan in Fira, Santorini, Greece, Cyclades

Santorini Sightseeing: The Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral

This cathedral sits prominently towards the bottom of the town and can be seen from quite a distance.

Rolling arches create a courtyard and there is also an impressive belltower. The curves are the arches are mirrored in the design of the dome above.

There is a nice mosaic on the outside of the cathedral but close inspection reveals it only dates from 1975.

The cathedral dates from the 19th century but was rebuilt after the earthquake in 1956 and one can tell that it is quite modern
Fira village

Our Impressions:

The Cathedral may tower over its near surroundings but it is no way ugly and worth a close look

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