Reg.Nr. 84-G/01

Monastery of Aghia Mone, Areia

New construction of a south wing of cells in the monastery of Aghia Mone. This wing replaces a building, which was destroyed by fire some years ago. The rest of the monastery dates from 12th to 19th century. New infill building to a historical complex, fitted in to harmonize with ...
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Project details

Title:Monastery of Aghia Mone, Areia
Entr. year: 1984
Result:Diploma
Country: Greece
Town: Areia Village, Nafplio (Peloponnese)
Category type: architectural heritage
Notes:Extension of a historic complex
Building type/ Project type: Multipurpose building
Actual use:Multipurpose use: Residential units for the monks, workshops, monastery
Built: 20 century
Architect / Proj.leader: Yannis Kizis, Architect, Athens
The Jury's citation: "For the fine replacement of a new wing of cells, in harmony with the Byzantine church and other buildings"

Description:
New construction of a south wing of cells in the monastery of Aghia Mone. This wing replaces a building, which was destroyed by fire some years ago. The rest of the monastery dates from 12th to 19th century. New infill building to a historical complex, fitted in to harmonize with the monastery and existing north wing - wooden galleries and stone walls.