Chora / Kariye

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The Church of St Saviour in Chora (Kariye Camii) is inside the the Theodosian Walls, in spite of the fact that "chora" means "in the country" or "outside". So it seems sure that the church (wich is a part of a monastry) was originally outside the ancient city and is therefore older than these walls.

What makes the church today so popular are the mosaics and paintings from mainly 1325-21, when Theodor Metochides financed them. The church eas as many others in the early 16th century converted to a mosque, but the mosaics and frescos were never obliterated, although in different times they were obscured by plaster, paint and dirt. Restauration started in 1948 and is not yet finished, but the results are that impressive, that Chora is one of the top destinations in Istanbul.

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October 14, 2006 change by svetico

type:Churches and Cathedrals
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tel:0212/631-9241
openingHours:24
url:www.sacred-destinations.com
address:Camii Sok., Kariye Meydani, Edirnekapi, Istanbul
openinghours:Thurs-Tues 9:30am-6:30pm

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