Kapnicarea Church
Kapnikarea Platz, Athens, Greece
Description:
The Church of Kapnicarea is one of the Byzantine famous monuments in Athens. It got its name due to the tax "Kapnikon", which people paid during its construction. Refers to the eleventh century, has all the features of the Byzantine style. Another name is known – the Church of St. Mary, to which it is dedicated. It is located in the central square on Ermu Street.
It is a cross-domed temple consisting of three parts. The largest part was built in 1050. Since 1931 the temple belongs to the University of Athens. Here you can see paintings of the 20th century, owned by the famous artist Fotis Contoglou.
The most significant icon painting is “Our Lady with a Child”.
Located in the historic part of the city, you can reach by public transport or on foot.