The chappel of Aghioi Theodori

There are some hidden treasures in Athens, which one has to point out to you, in order to discover them…

One of these, is the beautiful small church of Aghioi Theodori, located, in the very heart of Athens, in a non touristy, busy, area, you will most probably not visit during your stay in Athens, unless you join our Athens Food tour.

The church of Aghioi Theodori, near Klafthmonos Str. in the center of Athens

The church of Aghioi Theodori, near Klafthmonos Str. in the center of Athens

This church, which stands among the modern buildings as if forgotten by the time passing, was built in the 11th century and is considered as the most important Byzantine monument of Athens. It is a simple, two-column, cross- in-square church.

Picture of Aghioi Theodori at the end of the 19th century

Picture of Aghioi Theodori at the end of the 19th century

It suffered severe damage during the Greek Revolution in 1821, but was totally restored by the Greek people in 1840.

The beautifully decorated interior of the church of Aghioi Theodori

The beautifully decorated interior of the church of Aghioi Theodori

Near the church, you will find the beautiful and absolutely worth visiting, Museum of the city of Athens Vouros-Eutaxias, the Klafthmonos Square and right next to it, the Korai pedestrian street, starting point of the Athens Food tour!  

The beautiful Museum of the City of Athens Vouros - Eutaxias

The beautiful Museum of the City of Athens Vouros – Eutaxias

Seize the unique opportunity to visit the church of Aghioi Theodori and other unique hidden treasures of Athens and to learn about the less known Greek traditions and habits of the Athenians, with your expert guide,  by joining the Athens Food tour!

Korai Pedestrian Street: The meeting point for the Athens Food tour is located in front of the Zara department store, right next to the Starbucks cafe!

Korai Pedestrian Street: The meeting point for the Athens Food tour is located in front of the Zara department store, right next to the Starbucks cafe!

The Statue of National Reconciliation at Klafthmonos Square, Athens

The Statue of National Reconciliation at Klafthmonos Square, Athens

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