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Izmir, Turkey - Belltower, Orthodox Cathedral of Agia Fotini
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Izmir, Turkey - Belltower, Orthodox Cathedral of Agia Fotini
The bell tower of the former Orthodox Cathedral of Agia Fotini in Izmir, Turkey - built 1856. Demolished, but re-constructed at Nea Smyrni, a municipality and a southern suburb of Athens, Greece (named after Smyrna - Izmir), where a large number of refugees arrived and settled following the 1922 population exchange between Greece and Turkey. Date: circa 1909
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1. Title: The Bell Tower of Agia Fotini Orthodox Cathedral in Izmir, Turkey: A Symbol of Cultural Resilience 2. Description: This evocative photograph captures the bell tower of the former Agia Fotini Orthodox Cathedral in Izmir, Turkey, standing tall against the backdrop of a bustling Turkish cityscape. Built in 1856, the cathedral's bell tower is an architectural marvel that once graced the skyline of Izmir, a city with a rich history of cultural diversity. The Agia Fotini Orthodox Cathedral, also known as the Church of Saint Mary of the God's Grace, was a significant religious and community landmark for the city's Greek Orthodox population. However, following the population exchange between Greece and Turkey in 1922, the cathedral was demolished, and its community was forced to leave their homes and relocate. The bell tower, a testament to the cathedral's former grandeur, was carefully dismantled and transported to Nea Smyrni, a southern suburb of Athens, Greece. There, it was rebuilt as a symbol of hope and resilience for the large number of refugees who had arrived in Greece from Izmir and Smyrna (the ancient name for Izmir). The new location of the bell tower in Nea Smyrni serves as a poignant reminder of the past and a celebration of the enduring spirit of the Greek community. This photograph, taken circa 1909, offers a glimpse into the history and cultural significance of the Agia Fotini Orthodox Cathedral and its bell tower. The image invites us to reflect on the importance of preserving historical landmarks and the role they play in shaping the identities of communities. 3. Keywords: Izmir, Turkey, Turkish, bell tower, orthodox, cathedral, Agia Fotini, bell, tower, greek, smyrne, smyrna, belfry, dec15, history, cultural heritage, population exchange, refugee, community, architecture, religious landmark.
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