St. Nicholas Church, Demre

Name: St. Nicholas Church
Address: Butter St, Demre, Turkey
Telephone: +90 242 871 60 01

#3 among attractions in Demre

Sacred and religious sites, Church

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St. Nicholas Church is an ancient East Roman basilica church in the ancient city of Myra, now a museum located in modern Demre, Antalya Province, Turkey. It was built above the burial place of St Nicholas, a 4th-century Christian bishop of Myra, an important religious figure for Eastern Orthodox Christians and Roman Catholics and the historical inspiration for Santa Claus. Its use dated from its 6th century construction for the state church of the Roman Empire by Justinian the Great. The basilica is on UNESCO's tentative list to become a World Heritage Site. ()

Local name: Noel Baba Kilisesi Architectural style: Byzantine architectureCoordinates: 36°14'37"N, 29°59'8"E

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Butter StDemre Turkey

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+90 242 871 60 01

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St. Nicholas Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Myra, Andriake, Sülüklü Plaji, Beymelek Lagoon.

1 miN
Town, Historical place, Ancient Greek architecture
Myra, Demre
27 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque city of Demre, Turkey, the ancient town of Myra beckons to history enthusiasts and curious travelers alike. This once-thriving Lycian city, now an archaeological site, offers a glimpse into a past steeped in mystery and grandeur.
2.1 miSW
Archaeological site, Ancient Greek architecture
Andriake, Demre
53 min walk • Andriake or Andriaca was an ancient city and the port of the ancient town of Myra in Lycia. Appian says that Lentulus broke through the chain which crossed the entrance of the port, and went up the river to Myra.
1.7 miS
36°13'14"N • 29°58'38"E
Sülüklü Plaji, Demre
43 min walk • Beach
3.9 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Beymelek Lagoon
100 min walk • Beymelek Lagoon is a lagoon on the Mediterranean coast, which is used as a fishery, in Antalya Province, southwestern Turkey. It is named after the village of Beymelek, which is located to the west of the water body.