For the History :
The bottom of the hill of the Nymphs, near the point where the road becomes Highway Dionysius Areopagite Apostle Paul, a small chapel dedicated to St. Demetrius. The chapel is also known as Loumpardiaris. It is a basilica with a corridor that dates back to Ottoman times.
The surfaces of the inner part of the walls have arches on the longer side. This method saves materials and space without the static effects of the building. The outside walls are decorated with marble and ceramic geometry. The decor is part of the 1955 restoration work carried out under the supervision of architect Dimitris Pikionis. The restoration work revealed frescoes of 1735.
The nickname "Loumpardiaris.
According to testimonies of travelers around the mid-17th century, the day of the celebration of St. Demetrios (October 26), a cannon (loumparda) erupted resulting in the ignition of gunpowder kept in the propylaia (monumental entrance) of the church. The entrance were completely destroyed and the temple called Loumpardiaris time.
Some other reports say travelers a more traditional version. The willow Aga Ottoman officials wanted to demolish the church of St. Demetrius. Prepare three guns to be used the next day. That night, the gunpowder was hit by lightning, destroying the guns and killing the officer and his family. Thus the church of St. Demetrius was the name Loumpardiaris
3 HDR image with the photomatix pro3 , topaz denoise .
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Nice shot and story, watch mixed light and harsh shadows. Maybe the HDR mix or additional exposures could dilute it a tad. Maybe the shadows add to the picture as well - just trying to help - well done.
Last edited by Jeff Cashdollar; 01-10-2010 at 05:10 PM.
St. Demitrius (Loubardiaris)
