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The Monastery of Vlatada or Vlattada or Vlattaion, is a monastery in the area of Ano Poli of Thessaloniki, about 80 meters from the walls of Eptapyrgio. It is the only monastery of the Byzantine period of the city that still operates today.
Built in the 14th century during the late Byzantine Empire, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
It is located near the walls of the Acropolis, in Ano Poli. Its location offers a wonderful panoramic view of the city. the monastery was known as “Cavus Monastir”, a name that was probably related to the head of the Turkish garrison. The frescoes date from the years 1360 to 1380. The dome depicts the Pantocrator while in other parts of the temple there are frescoes with scenes of the Dodecahedron, figures of ascetics, monks and military saints, the Baptism and in part the miracles of Jesus. The wood-carved iconostasis probably dates back to the 17th century. Unique relics are kept in the sacristy of the Monastery. Among them, are sacred utensils, manuscripts and icons dating from the 12th to the 19th century.
It is located near the walls of the Acropolis, in Ano Poli. Its location offers a wonderful panoramic view of the city. the monastery was known as “Cavus Monastir”, a name that was probably related to the head of the Turkish garrison. The frescoes date from the years 1360 to 1380. The dome depicts t…
The tiny byzantine church is impressive but so are the views of the city. Bonus attraction: The peacocks.
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