Latomos Monastery - Holy Church of Hosios David

A little piece of ancient history with amazing views

A tiny church, located in Thessaloniki's Upper Town (Ano Poli). We’ve arrived there on our way to Acropolis. A little piece of ancient history, with nice mosaic and fresco decorations. Lovely green ya...

Stunning Byzantine mozaic

This compact church is worth seeking out as part of your tour of the high town. The most notable feature, worth climbing over the tour groups for, is the 5th century mozaic in the apse. There are also...

Worth the climb!

Situated in Ano Poli, this little church requires a bit of a climb, but it is well worth it to see the ancient frescoes and enjoy the views.

Tiny church, but great view of the city and 1,500 year old frescoes

A bit of a hike to get here, but the view is well worth it once you get to the top. The church inside is very small, but it's very historic and some really old frescos are preserved in the church.

El mosaico de la Teofanía es maravilloso

La Iglesia de Hosios David fue construida a finales del s V d.C. funcionó como el katholikón del desaparecido Monasterio de Latomos. El mosaico de la Teofanía representa a Cristo con un texto cuya tra...