Adalar, TR

Aya Yorgi Church

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Aya Yorgi Church is a Greek Orthodox church and Monastery from the 6th century. It is located on Büyükada island, near Istanbul, Turkey. The church was rebuilt in the 18th and 20th centuries. It has rich frescoes and iconography.

About this building

Aya Yorgi Church is a Greek Orthodox church and Monastery from the 6th century. It is located on Büyükada island, near Istanbul, Turkey. The church was rebuilt in the 18th and 20th centuries. It has rich frescoes and iconography.

Key Features

  • Architecture
  • Interior features
  • Atmosphere / quiet space
  • Wildlife
  • Links to national heritage

Visitors information

  • Level access to the main areas
  • On street parking at the building
  • Parking within 250m

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