Church of Agia Paraskevi in Siatista

Built in 1677 in the square of Gerania, the Church of Agia Paraskevi is an important monument of post-Byzantine architecture and art. As a vaulted three-aisled basilica with an elevated narthex and women's gallery, it combines elements of a cross-in-square church, characteristic of the late Byzantine tradition.

The interior features notable frescoes from 1711, including rare depictions of ancient Greek philosophers (Solon, Plato), possibly as an expression of the timeless connection between Greek culture and Christianity. The gilded wooden iconostasis, crafted by the Cretan artisan Theodoros Poulakis, and the silver-covered icon of Agia Paraskevi are exceptional examples of post-Byzantine religious art.

The 25-meter-high bell tower (1862), built with funds from the local residents, stands as a landmark of the area. The church, with its harmonious architecture and rich iconographic decoration, serves as a living testimony to the cultural flourishing of Siatista during the Ottoman period, blending religious function with historical and artistic significance.