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Orthodox Heritage Kavala Tour Visit important sites of the Orthodox heritage
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Kavala
Explore Orthodox heritage in Kavala. See rare icons, mosaics, and monuments. Perfect for families, history buffs, and art lovers.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Church of St. Gregory the Theologian - New Karvali, a city that continues the history of the old Cappadocian Karvali (Gelveri), is home to the historic church of Agios Grigorios. During our visit, we will delve into the monastery’s history and have the chance to venerate the holy relic of St. Gregory the Theologian, which was kept in Cappadocia’s Karvali from 390 AD and brought to Greece in 1924 during the population exchange.
- Monastery Agios Sillas - Our next stop is the Holy Monastery of St. Apostle Silas, a significant religious landmark in the region. Built in 1926 after Kavala’s liberation, the monastery honors Apostle Silas, who, along with Apostle Paul, arrived in Kavala to preach Christianity, marking the first European territory to receive the message.
- Baptistry of St. Lydia - We then head to the banks of the Zygaktis to visit the baptistery of Lydia, the first woman baptized as a Christian in Europe.
- Monastery of Panagias Ikosifinissis - The Monastery of Panagia Ikosifoinissa, known for its miraculous icon, is one of Macedonia’s largest pilgrimage sites and the oldest active monastery in Greece and Europe. We will stop to admire the miraculous icon and learn about the ascetic lifestyle.
What's Included
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Additional Information
Visit important sites of the Orthodox heritage
See rare icons, exceptional mosaics and stories lost in the depths of time. Discover monuments of worship of different denominations and religions, revealing the multicultural heritage of the region. From Greece to Rome participants will discover the roots and history of Christianity, and will marvel exceptional architectural sites and hagiographies. An excellent tour for families, religious people, interested in history and religion as well for admirers of arts and architecture
- The activity is not suitable for people with limited mobility or other medical conditions. Please inform our staff if you have any health issues.
Location
Gallikis Dimokratias 13
Gallikis Dimokratias
CitySpot by Xplora
Behind the old Courthouse at city's centre nearby Kamares (Aqueduct)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Ekaterinakc5936mn
Aug 12, 2024
One day full of experiences and positive emotions! - Super knowledge-rich tour, great experiences, well organised and very friendly atmosphere... The six- hour - tour contained interesting facts and the time passsed quickly. The whole family ( 14- 40+ Years) enjoyed the tour.
We recomend the trip and look forward to experiences further tours:)
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Drchara
Aug 3, 2024
In the footsteps of the Apostle Paul. - Very well ⁇ ined place, and very well ⁇ ined church.
The noise diffuses inside.
Clean foreign countries.
There was the first Christian baptism in Greece by the Apostle Paul.
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_n1354jz
Jul 19, 2024
An amazing activity - Amazing experience the specific activity lasting about 6 hours. It included the main places and places of worship of Christians. The Guide pleasant, polite and informed, contributed to passing amazing!I highly recommend it.
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