Byzantine churches
Culture
Magnificent Byzantine Churches in the Heart of Athens
A tour of the Byzantine churches in the historic center of Athens offers history, unique architecture, a rare viewing experience and a knowledge boost. Not only have they survived but many churches are still open for spiritual business and...
Archaeology
Altar to Greek God Pan Discovered in Ruins of Byzantine Church in Israel
An Israeli archaeologist uncovered a stone altar to the Greek God Pan Heliopolitanos during excavations in a Byzantine church.
Greece
Fire Destroys Historic Byzantine Convent in Central Greece
A fire destroyed a section of the ancient Convent of Panagia Varnakova in Fokida, central Greece, after breaking out after 11 p.m. on Sunday.
Unfortunately, the fire ruined relics which had been the pride of the convent and an extremely old icon...