Panagia i Galoktistis: The church that keeps the history and tradition of Tellyria alivetranslated

A monument with a centuries-old history, special architecture and living folk traditions, Panagia i Galoktistis, between Pano and Kato Pyrgos, is still a point of reference for the inhabitants of Tellyria. The historic church, in the province of Nicosia, preserves important elements of the Middle Byzantine period, despite the damage suffered by its frescoes, while its name is linked to a tradition passed down from generation to generation. Speaking to KYPE, the President of the Community Council of Kato Pyrgos of Tellyria and President of the Tellyria Community Complex, Nikos Cleanthus, underlines the eternal importance of the church, emphasizing that the monument is an integral part of the historical and cultural identity of the area.

"Panagia Galoktistis is one of the monuments that bear witness to the deep history and religious tradition of Tellyria. It is a space that connects today with the history and tradition of the previous centuries," he says.

The name of the church is connected to a special local tradition. According to the narrative preserved over time, the mud used for its construction was fermented with milk from the herds of…