Agios Titos Church

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Agios Titos Church: A Testament to History

Agios Titos Church stands in the vibrant square named after it, showcasing a blend of architectural styles. Established in AD 961, it originally served as a Byzantine church and underwent transformations over centuries.

Converted into a Catholic church during Venetian rule and then a mosque by the Ottomans, who used its bell tower as a minaret, it has been an Orthodox church since 1925. The church is revered for housing the skull relic of St. Titus, which returned from Venice in 1966 after being safeguarded during the Turkish occupation.

Notable Features

  • 🕌 Rich architectural history
  • 🕊️ Home to St. Titus's relic
  • 🌴 Surrounded by a picturesque square

Open to all, visitors can enjoy this historical site free of charge, making it ideal for tourists, families, and historians alike.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Agios Titos Church

Historical Foundation

Established as a Byzantine church in AD 961.

Relic Significance

The skull of St. Titus was returned in 1966 after being in Venice.

Architectural Transition

Originally a Byzantine church, it became a Catholic church and then a mosque.

Location

25ης Αυγούστου 37

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