Reg.Nr. HA-2004/GR/02

The Holy Monasteries of Saint Pelagia, Kastrosykia and Feneromeni, Lekatsa

Two monastic complexes dating to the 18th and 19th centuries - typical examples of the vernacular architecture of the area. The restoration works included the protection and display of the roman ruins in the form of a permanent exhibition accessible to the public. Strong emphasis ...
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Title:The Holy Monasteries of Saint Pelagia, Kastrosykia and Feneromeni, Lekatsa
Entr. year: 2004
Result:Diploma
Country: Greece
Town: Kastrosykia and Lekatsa, County of Preveza, Prefecture of Epirus
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: Religious building/memorial
Former use:Monasteries
Actual use:Churches, hostel facilities
Built: 18th and 19th century
The Jury's citation: For the great efforts towards the preservation of authenticity in the restoration and adaptive re-use of two examples of monastic vernacular architecture.
GPS:39°6'12.9"N 20°38'18.7"E
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Description:
Two monastic complexes dating to the 18th and 19th centuries - typical examples of the vernacular architecture of the area. The restoration works included the protection and display of the roman ruins in the form of a permanent exhibition accessible to the public. Strong emphasis on the use of traditional materials and building techniques, as a means of preserving the authenticity of the area. New constructions are clearly differentiated form the old materials. Adaption of some of the structures adjacent to the churches to provide hostel facilities.