The work of the Scientific Conference for the 200th anniversary of the Exodus of Messolonghi has beguntranslated

With the official opening ceremony and the realization of the first two thematic sections, on Friday October 16, 2026, at the Trikoupio Cultural Center of the Holy City of Messolonghi, the work of the Scientific Conference began with the general theme: "Messolongi 1826-2026: Place of Sacrifice and Universal Symbol of Freedom".

The Conference is organized by the Special Synodal Committee on Cultural Identity of the Holy Synod of the Church of Greece, with the hosting and cooperation of the Holy Metropolis of Aetolia and Acarnania, in the context of the anniversary events for the completion of two hundred years since the Heroic Exodus of the Free Besiegers.

This is an important scientific event, which brings together distinguished university professors, historians, researchers and scholars, with the aim of a multifaceted approach to the history of Messolonghi and highlighting the historical, national, spiritual and universal importance of the Exodus.

The opening ceremony took place at 16:00 in the afternoon with the Consecration Service, which was performed by the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Aetolia and Acarnania, Mr. Damaskinos.

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