Panagia tou Araka Church

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The 12th century church of Panagia tou Araka, a UNESCO World Heritage site, stands just outside the village of Lagoudera and boasts some of the finest frescoes of the late Comnenian style (1192) prevailing throughout Greece, the Balkans and Russia.

Together with the churches of Asinou and Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis, it is considered to be one of the most important Byzantine churches on the island.

Visitors should ask for the priest, who can be found on the premises next to the church, to escort them to the church.

Tel: +357 99 557 369, +357 96 301 508
Accreditation: Unesco World Heritage
Address: Lagoudera, Troodos
Operating Hours: Daily: 09:00 - 12:00, 14:00 - 17:00
Operating Period: All year round


 

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