Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral

The Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral is situated in the south of the city, on the seafront. This place of worship was erected in 1827 but was rebuilt in 1956 after the last major earthquake that struck the island of Santorini. The Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral is a rounded building, noted for its two bell towers. The cathedral is dedicated to the Ypapanti, which is locally known as the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple. We liked the Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral more than its Catholic counterpart, especially because of Christoforos Assimis' colorful frescoes. The Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral