Panayia Greek Orthodox Church
Changes After Construction:
- It was enlarged in 1831 and its roof was renewed.
- The bell tower was built in 1837.
- Following the application in 1893, it was enlarged in 1894.
- It underwent repair in 1875 and 1890; a comprehensive repair was carried out in 1904, and Leon Casanova took part in this repair.
Prominent Features:
- The church belongs to the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Istanbul.
- The structure is also known as Panayia Isodion Church and Meryem Ana Greek Orthodox Church.
- The structure was built in 1804 with a single-nave, plain, and undecorated arrangement.
- The main entrance of the structure is on Emir Nevruz Street; it has additional entrances opening onto Meşrutiyet Avenue and Han Geçidi.
- On the iconostasis are scenes from the life of Jesus and depictions of Ioannis Prodromos; in the narthex are Christ Pantokrator and portraits of the apostles.
