Architectural Decoration of Church B in the Harbor Settlement of Andriake, Lycia

Tiryaki Türkmenoğlu H. A.

24th International Congress of Byzantine Studies, Venice, Italy, 22 - 27 August 2022, pp.286

  • Publication Type: Conference Paper / Summary Text
  • City: Venice
  • Country: Italy
  • Page Numbers: pp.286
  • Istanbul University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Andriake is located approximately 5 km from the town of Demre in Antalya province. The port of Myra (modern Demre), Andriake, was one of the most important harbour settlements in Lycia region. Five of the total six churches detected at Andriake, including Church B, are dated to early Byzantine period. Church B, located in the centre of the settlement, has a basilical plan with three aisles. Large number of stone findings with architectural and liturgical functions have been uncovered during the excavations that started in 2011. The high quality of craftsmanship and rich repertoire of ornaments point out the importance of the church in the region.