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TAKSIYARHIS CHURCH, AYVALIK

The Taksiyarhis Church is one of the neo-classical urban architectural structure that have preserved its original magnificence and character since its completion in 1873.

Taksiyarhis Church Ayvalik Turkey Museum Christian Orthodox
Taksiyarhis Church Ayvalik Turkey Museum Christian Orthodox
Taksiyarhis Church Ayvalik Turkey Museum Christian Orthodox
Taksiyarhis Church Ayvalik Turkey Museum Christian Orthodox

The church’s outstanding architecture, its internal carved marble decorations, its ceiling frescoes depicting biblical scenes, from the birth of Jesus Christ to the crucifixion, and the icons and portraits of saints painted on fish skin, make it well worth a visit.

Taksiyarhis Church Ayvalik Turkey Museum Christian Orthodox
Taksiyarhis Church Ayvalik Turkey Museum Christian Orthodox

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