Church of Agia Kyriaki
A tiny Greek Orthodox church from the Ottoman era hides on a busy city street.

šŸ“œ This Ottoman-era Greek Orthodox church honors Agia Kyriaki, a Christian saint martyred under Roman emperor Diocletian.
šŸ” It is a tiny single-aisle basilica, 3.5 meters wide and 11 meters deep, located on a busy street in downtown Athens.

Why Go

āœØ See unique frescoes on interior walls.
šŸ›ļø Witness a historical church that resisted modernization.
šŸ“ Explore a hidden gem in a busy commercial district.

Why Avoid

šŸ—“ļø Sporadic opening hours
šŸ‘— Strict dress code for entry

Tips

šŸ“… Open sporadically during the week, holds services most Sundays.
šŸŽ‰ Feast in honor of the saint annually on July 7. šŸ‘— Dress modestly: men avoid shorts/tank tops/sandals; women cover shoulders, wear skirts/dresses below knee, keep feet on ground when seated.

Hours

šŸ•’ Sporadic during week, services most Sundays.

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