Aya Dimitri Greek Orthodox Church

Aya Dimitri Greek Orthodox Church

Year Built
1204
Commissioned By
Unknown
Architect
Unknown
Location
Fatih
Listen
-0:00

Changes After Construction

  1. It was rebuilt in 1730 during the patriarchate of Patriarch Paisios II.

  2. It underwent repairs in 1933 and 1960.

  3. In the 1590s, the Patriarchate was transferred to the Aya Dimitri Church, and in 1612 it was moved to the Aya Yorgi Church in Fener.

  4. It was announced that façade restoration work was carried out on the church courtyard wall by Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IBB Heritage).

Featured Highlights

  • The church belongs to the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Istanbul.

  • The building is also known as the Ayios Dimitrios Kanunu Church.

  • The building is situated within a courtyard behind high walls in Ayvansaray.

Explore

Create a walking route to registered cultural property based on your location.

T.C. İstanbul Valiliği

T.C. İstanbul Valiliği

Dijital İstanbul is a Smart City Project of the Istanbul Governorship. It serves as a guide for those who want to explore the cultural assets of our esteemed city.

Ziraat Katılım

Ziraat Katılım

Digital İstanbul was realized with the valuable contributions of Ziraat Katılım.