Church of Agios Theodoros in Mavronoros

The Church of Agios Theodoros, also known as Mavronoros, is an important religious and architectural monument in the Mavronoros area. According to local tradition, it was built in 1806 and belongs to the type of a three-aisled vaulted basilica with a semicircular apse in the sanctuary. It is characterized by roughly hewn stone arranged in successive rows, while its apse features blind arches with Islamic-style curves, giving the building a distinctive architectural character. The church has three entrances—on the north, west, and south sides—the latter distinguished by a stone-carved doorway in the shape of a human figure.

During the Occupation, the church suffered severe damage from the Germans, resulting in the loss of frescoes, movable icons, and other parts of the structure. Despite these damages, the restoration of the church was completed thanks to the efforts and financial contributions of the local community. Today, surviving frescoes can be found in the sanctuary, as well as full-length depictions of saints on the north and south walls, with particular emphasis on military saints and the Apostles Peter and Paul, who are shown holding a model of the church. The artistry of the anonymous painter, marked by strong color contrasts and rich decorative motifs, represents an important cultural treasure for the region.

The Church of Agios Theodoros remains a place of worship and historical memory, reflecting the faith and resilience of the local community.