Aya Nikola Greek Orthodox Church
Changes After Construction:
- The church, whose initial construction date is unknown, was rebuilt in its present form in 1857.
- The building was damaged in the 1894 earthquake and was repaired shortly afterward.
Prominent Features:
- The church belongs to the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Istanbul.
- The church is dedicated to Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of sailors.
- The building was established in 1857 on the ruins of a Byzantine church dedicated to Saint Nicholas.
- The tomb of Patriarch Samuel I is located in the church.
- The building stands in a dominant position overlooking the main square of Heybeliada.
