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Panagía Kapnikaréa Church
Panagía Kapnikaréa is a small 11th-century Byzantine church set in the middle of central Athens. It combines stone-and-brick exterior work, a dome-topped nave and layered chapels that were built over time. The church remains an active Orthodox sanctuary and offers a compact, quiet contrast to the surrounding busy shopping district.
Quick Facts
Opening Hours
| Mon | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Tue | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Thu | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Fri | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Sat | 11:00 - 17:00 |
| Sun | 07:00 - 17:00 |
Highlights
- Expect a compact interior with frescoed walls, icons and a cool, dim atmosphere.
- The building consists of several joined units, so you may notice different architectural details close together.
- Visitors share the space with worshippers, so parts of the church can feel intimate and solemn rather than museum-like.
Contact Info
+30 21 0322 4462
Pl. Kapnikareas 3, Athina 105 63, Greece
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