Saint Paul's Church, Nea Fokea

Saint Paul's Church, Nea Fokea

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Saint Paul's Church, Nea Fokea

An important religious and historical site

Saint Paul's Church, in Nea Fokea, Halkidiki is an important religious and historical site. It is located in an underground space carved out of rock, associated with the tradition of the Apostle Paul.

According to this tradition, the Apostle Paul passed through Nea Fokea during his travels and used the sanctuary to baptize the first Christians of the area.

The underground space is accessible via a narrow staircase and is a particularly solemn spot for visitors, as many believers visit the spot to pray and take water with them.

Saint Paul's Church combines religious significance with historical interest and is one of the not-to-be-missed attractions of Nea Fokea. A visit offers a unique experience of tranquility and spiritual rejuvenation in a place associated with the early history of Christianity.

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