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Ayios Mamas Religious Building/Site/Shrine

St. Mamas is the protector of shepherds and is regarded as a patron saint in Naxos, Cyprus, and Asia Minor. Built in the 8th century, the stone church was the island's cathedral under the Byzantines. Though it was converted into a Catholic church in 1207, it was neglected under the Venetians and is now falling apart. You can also get to it from the Potamia villages.

Religious Building/Site/Shrine

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Ayios Mamas, Naxos  Greece

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