The Church of St. Spyridon
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January 26
I happened to be at the feast of Saint Spyridon, visited the cathedral, venerated the relics of the saint. Attended the service and listened to the attendants. I liked the arrangement of the temple: strictly and without frills. It looks like Russian churches, but something distinguishes them: they are more monumental, despite their common foundations, and have differences related to history, culture, and local traditions. Greek icons preserve the Byzantine tradition with minimalism in details, stricter symbolism and less vivid colors. The iconostasis is lower than in the Russian Orthodox Church, which makes the altar partially visible to the faithful. Murals in temples often occupy walls and domes, emphasizing spatial unity. The interiors are simpler, but more harmonious. Natural materials (marble, stone) are used, and frescoes emphasize space rather than separating from architecture. Gold is used less, often in combination with blue and white tones. The temple is brighter due to the large windows and the use of white color. Natural lighting plays an important role. There is a sense of following the ancient Byzantine canons and the influence of the Mediterranean. Overall, I liked it. 😊👌
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December 24, 2023
St. Spyridon Cathedral is an Orthodox church of the Kerkyra Metropolis, located in the center of the Greek city of Kerkyra on the island of Kerkyra. It was consecrated in honor of St. Spyridon of Trimifunt, who is considered the patron saint of the island. The relics of the saint located in the cathedral are one of the most revered shrines of the Orthodox Church.
The cathedral was built in the Venetian style typical of the Ionian Islands and is unlike other churches in Greece.
The churches of the Ionian Islands were influenced by the Italian architecture of the XVII century, because of this they are small and low, with impressive belfries. The belfry of the Cathedral resembles the belfry of the Church of St. George in Venice, which was built around the same time.
The differences from the Greek churches in the interior are even more pronounced. The main elements here are the "firmament", that is, the ceiling of the church, which is either completely simple or has coffers, as well as a marble iconostasis, in its central part almost reaching the "firmament". In the temple, the visitor is amazed by the huge gold and silver panicades, unusual-looking icons in gold frames on the vault. Throughout the cathedral and above the shrine with the relics of St. Spyridon, a large number of metal figurines hang on chains: ships, cars, individual body parts — signs of gratitude from parishioners and pilgrims who received help from the saint.
The icon painters of the Ionian School were strongly influenced by the Renaissance masters. The ceiling of St. Spyridon's Cathedral was first painted in 1727 by Paiotis Doxaras, who studied in Rome and Venice, and was a passionate admirer of Tintoretto, Titian and Veronese. He became the founder of the Ionian school of painting, which spread throughout the Ionian Islands. The original paintings of Doxaras died due to dampness and in the middle of the XIX century were replaced by copies of the work of N. Postdotis.
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November 12, 2024
A small church in the depths of the streets. It's not difficult to find. Online maps work there. They say that there is no queue in the afternoon on weekdays. There are very colorful streets nearby, there are many souvenir shops and mini cafes.
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February 2
On each of our visits to Kerkyra, we visit the church of St. Spyridon of Trimifunt. visiting the temple is an absolute pleasure. They touched the silver sarcophagus of St. Spyridon and received their filakhtoes... Therefore, we are convinced that we are once again under the protection of St. Spyridon...
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May 3, 2024
Briefly about the main thing for travelers
["A pilgrimage center, not only for the Orthodox but also for Catholics.
It is located in the center of the historic old town.
A shrine with relics is always open in the morning"] - "The cathedral is built in the Venetian style typical of the Ionian Islands and is unlike other churches in Greece."
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July 1, 2024
An incredibly beautiful temple. I've been wanting to get here for a long time. An unforgettable experience, I have never seen such a thing, thank you God for giving me the opportunity to visit the greatest Temple for me! Thank you, my Guardian Angel!
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December 25, 2024
Impressive
The magnificent temple
The Great Saint Spyridon
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September 26, 2023
I fly to Corfu only for the sake of visiting the Church of St. Spyridon, twice a year.She gave the word to come and thank for the appearance of the long-awaited (12 years of miscarriages) grandchildren.At least in a roundabout way, even for 2-3 days, but I'm going.a very salty place, the island is just the strongest aura, forces appear out of nowhere.I thank Father Spiridon for helping my whole family, for every single occasion, for helping those people who asked me to light candles for solving their problems.Probably the blood draws, the father is a native of Corfu, I am very much looking forward to a new trip, the opportunity to venerate his relics, as well as to Saint Paraskeva, Saint Theodora.Bless Father Spiridon!!!
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June 14, 2024
There is no need to comment here. A very strong place. All believers definitely need to visit.
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October 29, 2023
The cent of pilgrimage, not only for the Orthodox, but also for Catholics. It is located in the center of the historic old town. A shrine with relics is always open in the morning.
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November 6, 2024
A holy place for the Orthodox!
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April 30, 2021
The Cathedral of St. Spyridon of Trimifunt is an Orthodox church of the Kerkyra Metropolis, located in the center of the city of Kerkyra on the island of Corfu.
The temple is the location of the relics of the Saint, who is rightfully revered as the heavenly patron of the island.
Everything here is wrapped in an aura of spiritual selflessness. When you come into contact with the relics of Spyridon, you feel a special thrill and excitement in the depths of your heart.
The venerable elder died over 1,700 years ago, but his tissues still retain their former softness, and their temperature is human – 36.6 °. To this day, the growth of the nails and hair of the righteous has not stopped either. According to numerous statements by scientists, this is a real phenomenon, for which there is simply no scientific explanation.
The Ark is opened exclusively for Orthodox Christians. There have been cases in the temple when the priests could not open the ark, and then they know that the Saint went to help the suffering. The remains of the Saint help believers to this day, but he comes to the aid of only those who really need it.
Saint Spyridon is known as an assistant in solving various financial problems, ailments and more....
We visited St. Spyridon's Cathedral with the whole family, which I sincerely wish you!
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October 19, 2024
Thank God for visiting this temple!!!
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May 18, 2024
if you are in Corfu, the place is a must-visit.
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July 12, 2023
It is a very sincere and fascinating place, for some reason we hardly found it)))
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October 22, 2020
The temple is a must-visit for any Christian. The place is salted. The room in the church itself is small and get ready to stand in line for the relics. The saint is the real patron saint of the island. Before visiting, read about "Spyridon's shoes". It's impressive.
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July 9, 2023
It's a wonderful place, everyone should visit it.
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October 29, 2023
A holy Orthodox place.
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January 29, 2023
Unfortunately, it is not possible to visit this temple often, but I want to.
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September 5, 2023
I really want to fly , but
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July 16, 2021
The place is super!!! We were there!!! We'll be back!!!
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January 27, 2020
It 's a great place , the energy is so teeming there . It 's very blissful there .
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June 29, 2023
Wonderful
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December 23, 2019
The joy of meeting.Yandex rejected the review) This is because the soulless machine does not understand how God has everyone alive - and we humans take it for granted)
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December 21, 2019
I look and cry. My soul stayed exactly there! Father Spyridone, pray to God for us!
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February 8, 2020
Beauty!!! I really love this temple!!!
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June 30, 2019
Very touching
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