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Church of Transfiguration of the Savior in Nomitsi

The church of Transfiguration of the Savior in Nomitsi dates back to the last quarter of the 11th century and is one of the oldest Byzantine churches of the village and the whole region. It has simple cruciform shape with a dome. the church of Transfiguration of Savior in Nomitsi retains in its entirety its original form without missing arbitrary interventions.

The church of Transfiguration of the Savior in Nomitsi is impressive for its elegant construction, rich and original sculpture, ceramic decoration and interesting frescoes.

It is built with limestones and pieces of bricks. The frescoes on the church of Transfiguration of the Savior in Nomitsi are divided into two periods. Few parts are saved from the oldest mural painting and they were created on the same time with the construction of the temple. The newest phase dates back to the mid 16th century.

The marble temple of the 12th century with the decorated end of Beautiful Gate is very rare for Greece and is an indication of originality in the art of local marble sculpture.

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