Church of Panagia Chalkeon
Παναγία των Χαλκέων
A UNESCO World Heritage Site: a small red-brick cross-domed church completed in 1028 in the coppersmiths' quarter, a model of middle Byzantine architecture.
The Church of Panagia Chalkeon was built in 1028. Its red-brick exterior is finely decorated, and it is a typical example of the middle Byzantine cross-domed church, with 11th-century frescoes preserved inside. The church takes its name from the coppersmiths' workshops in the area during the Ottoman period, and a few copper shops are still nearby. It stands beside Dikasterion Square, south of the Roman Forum. Entry is free, but opening hours are limited.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–12:00
Nearby sights
- Kapani (Vlali) Market
- Bey Hamam
- Roman Forum (Ancient Agora)
- Modiano Market
- Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki
- Church of Saint Demetrius
- Church of the Acheiropoietos
- Aristotelous Square