Reg.Nr. 2000/GR/01

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
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.