The Anthipanitis Church
The
church is part of an old monastery. Its architectural style
is not common in Cyprus.
The
dome is supported by octagonally arranged circular columns.
It is a good example of Gothic masonry. Its entrance was added
in the 15th century.
Some
of the frescoes that have survived are original, some were
made in the 15th century. In the original frescoes, Mary is
portrayed between the Archangel Gabriel and Mikhail, holding
a child on her chest. In some frescoes, Gabriel, St. Anthony
and the baptizing scene, St. Eudoksia and St. Paul are portrayed.
In
the painting on the ceiling which depicts the preparation
of the throne, Christ is portrayed in a medallion circled
with angels, with Mary on one side, John the Baptist on the
other. The twelve apostles and the prophets are also present.
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