Tower of Saint Spyridon Church in Corfu, Greece - Encircle Photos

10 Tower of Saint Spyridon Church in Corfu, Greece

This stunning red bell tower with a Venetian design is the pinnacle of Saint Spyridon located at the Square of the Saint. The Greek Orthodox church was built in 1590. It is named after Saint Spyridon, the Bishop of Trimythous, who lived from 270 until 348 A.D. As the patron saint of Corfu, he is called the Keeper of the City. When his relics were returned to Corfu from Constantinople in 1452, it is believed he protected the town from several disasters. His remains are carried through town four times a year during religious ceremonies. On the left is the upper façade of Saint Vassilios Church.

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Tower of Saint Spyridon Church in Corfu, Greece

Filarmonikis 19, Kerkira 491 00, Greece

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