Church of St Panteleimon, Thessaloniki
The church of Ayios Panteleimon in Thessaloniki was known by the name of lshakiye Mosque during the period of Ottoman rule. Consolidation and conservation of the old structure has been carried out in such a way that the building's originality would be preserved at the greatest ...
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Project details
Title: | Church of St Panteleimon, Thessaloniki |
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Entr. year: | 2000 |
Result: | Diploma |
Country: | Greece |
Town: | Thessaloniki |
Category type: | architectural heritage |
Notes: | The Church of St Panteleimon has been listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site since 1988 |
Building type/ Project type: | Religious building/memorial |
Former use: | Mosque |
Actual use: | Church |
Built: | 16th century |
The Jury's citation: | "For an accurate restoration based on extensive research, which preserved the authentic character of the building to the maximum degree possible" |
GPS: | 40°37'59.4"N; 22°57'4.2"E |
Description:
The church of Ayios Panteleimon in Thessaloniki was known by the name of lshakiye Mosque during the period of Ottoman rule. Consolidation and conservation of the old structure has been carried out in such a way that the building's originality would be preserved at the greatest possible degree and the repairs are clearly distinguishable from original work, so that the authenticity of the latter will not be placed in doubt.
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