Historic day for Samos – New life in three important monuments of faith and cultural heritagetranslated

Friday, July 3, 2026 was a special day for Samos, as three important events related to the protection, promotion and continuation of the life of sacred and historical monuments of our country took place, in the presence of the Minister of Culture, Mrs. Linas Mendoni. The first stop was the Metropolitan Church of the Dormition of the Virgin Karlovasos, where the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Samos, Ikaria and Korseon, Mr. Eusebius, performed the Consecration for the start of the restoration and maintenance work of this historical church, which was heavily damaged by the earthquake of October 30, 2020.

In his greeting, His Eminence said: "After the on-site visit of the Prime Minister Mr. Kyriakos Mitsotakis on October 31, 2020 and his hopeful statement: "Your Honor, together we will ring the Bells again, because this is what this magnificent Church deserves, as well as throughout the history of this beautiful place."

The following day, the private office of the Prime Minister suggested that we approach the investment private capital company DESTINY of Mr. Evangelos Papaevangelos, which spontaneously accepted to help and after which company...