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Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church

Name: Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church
Rating: 4.4

4.4 ·

Seek out the small Church of St. Mary of the Mongols tucked into Balat. Look over its Byzantine-rooted exterior and decorated interior during a short stop in one of Istanbul's most characterful neighbourhoods.

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Full description

Known as the Church of St. Mary of the Mongols, this modest Greek Orthodox church in the Balat neighbourhood traces its foundation to the Byzantine period.

Reviewers admire the exterior architecture and the decorated interior, though some mention that staff are not especially welcoming. Visitors often mistake the large red school building beside it for the church itself, so it helps to know the church is the smaller structure.

Free to enter and quick to see, it suits travellers exploring Balat's cluster of Orthodox sites.

Known as the Church of St. Mary of the Mongols, this modest Greek Orthodox church in the Balat neighbourhood traces its foundation to the Byzantine period.

Free to enter and quick to see, it suits travellers exploring Balat's cluster of Orthodox sites.

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Address

Balat, Firketeci Sk. No:1, 34087 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

15 min

Best time

morning, lunchtime or afternoon

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Remember the church is the small building next to the large red school
check it is open before making a special trip
combine it with other Balat churches nearby.

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Reviews

This church is absolutely stunning from the outside – its architecture and details are truly captivating. A must-see for anyone who appreciates beautiful historical buildings.

nadija

2/5

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