Thessaloniki, Greece
Pl. Agiou Georgiou Rotonta 5
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Lovely Ancient greek monument. You can visit it inside (small fee of about 6 euros) but there is not a lot too see. Some lovely mosaics can be seen here though, if you are into that.
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Not much inside except tht awe of the high ceiling dome and remaining paintings.
The Rotunda is one of the most remarkable buildings in Thessaloniki, regardless of its age and historical context. It has had several uses since it was built in Roman times at the beginning of the 4th century AD. It has served as a polytheist temple, a Christian basilica, a Muslim mosque, and is now an archaeological site. Traces of old mosaics can be seen inside the building. The grounds of the Rotunda still have the Muslim era ablution fountain as well as the very tall and slender minaret. Not to be missed.
My love for curves in architecture is undeniable. So what could I say for this architectural beauty build 15 centuries ago. This is unique monument - church. A must see. Years mas and chears
One of the greatest places to visit in Thessaloniki. The atmosphere of the whole district is calm but also vibrant. The place is a true piece of art, featuring many Mosaics from the Byzantine era but also the building and its surroundings are historical so lovers of history will surely appreciate it! It is free for EU students! Cats are all over the place
The oldest monument in Thessaloniki, the Rotunda (also known as Agios Georgios) is a massive round building that was first a Roman mausoleum, then a Christian church, then a mosque. Its interior is decorated with Early Christian mosaics, outside is the city's only surviving minaret, and In the yard around the Rotunda are marble fragments from the Byzantine church. Very beautiful and intresting building with a rich history. Rarely where you can see these kind of buildings. The history of this building is very rich and interesting. The Rotunda was built by the Roman emperor Galerius (305-311) as part of a large palace complex in Thessaloniki. It was built of beautiful red brick. It was probably intended to be his mausoleum, but it was never used as such. After that period The Rotunda of Galerius was converted into a Christian church in the late 4th century or mid-5th century. The Ottoman Turks ruled Thessaloniki from 1430, and in 1591, Agios Georgios was converted into a mosque. After serving three religions, the Rotunda is now a deconsecrated museum. The interior was covered in glittering Byzantine mosaics, of which only a few fragments survive. Most of the damage was done by earthquakes over the centuries. They mosaics are Hellenistic in style and are some of the finest examples of mosaic work to survive from this period. The windows and the vestibules of the vaults at the base of the dome are decorated with mosaics whose wealth of themes with plant and geometric motifs and the splendor of colors impress the visitor. Nice experience and definitely worth visiting.
Oldest Christian church in thessaloniki and maybe the world. Beautiful and powerful.
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