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Visiting The Church of Panagia Halkeon (Our Lady of the Coppersmiths) in Thessaloniki

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This church is a must see when you're visiting!! The exterior of the church is made of brick only, which was likely expensive and why the church is known as the Red Church. Inside the main church are scenes of the Nativity, Adoration of the Magi, Pentecost, and Hypapante. These wall paintings are considered very important.

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This looks like a gorgeous church! I've seen pictures but have never been. There are so many unique and interesting churches in Greece and they're all worth visiting.
 
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