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Saint Dionysius
The Cathedral Basilica of Saint Dionysius the Areopagite is the main Catholic church in Athens and the seat of the Catholic archbishop. Located on Panepistimiou Avenue, it is a Neo-Renaissance building constructed between 1853 and 1865 to plans by Leo von Klenze, with modifications by Lysandros Kaftanzoglou. Its interior holds frescoes by Guglielmo Bilancioni, such as the Apotheosis of Saint Dionysius (1890), stained glass by Karl de Bouché, green Tinos marble columns and an organ by the Mascioni firm. It was raised to the rank of minor basilica in 1877, the only one in Greece, and hosted the wedding of Juan Carlos I and Sofía in 1962. Visitors can admire its architecture and sacred art, and attend Mass in several languages.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to visit Saint Dionysius?
Visiting Saint Dionysius is free.
What are the opening hours of Saint Dionysius?
Masses: Sundays and feast days: 07:30 and 09:30 (Greek), 11:00 (Latin, homily in Greek and English), 18:30 (English). Weekdays: 07:30 and 18:30 (Greek). Saturdays: 07:30 (Greek), 18:30 (English, first Mass of Sunday).
How much time do you need for Saint Dionysius?
Allow about 30 min for the visit.
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