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Aya Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Church

Aya Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Church

Year Built
1830-1834
Commissioned By
Constantin Brâncoveanu (Prince of Wallachia)
Architect
Unknown
Location
Beyoglu
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Changes After Construction

  1. It was rebuilt in 1692 by Constantine Brâncoveanu, Voivode of Wallachia; this information shows that the origin of the church goes further back.

  2. The building was rebuilt in the period 1830–1834.

  3. The building underwent repairs in 1965.

Featured Highlights

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

  • The building is a Greek Orthodox place of worship located in the Hasköy (Piri Paşa) area.

  • The building was rebuilt in 1692 on the site of an older Byzantine church.

  • Four imperial icons from the earlier structure have been preserved.

  • The church contains the holy relics of Saint Arghira.

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