Greece Chora

Intimate atmosphere inside a Mykonos Orthodox church with colored glass window and votive candles

2014
09/01
NIKON D800, 24.0-70.0 mm f/2.8 @ f/8.0 1/80, ISO 100
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The image offers a glimpse of the interior of an Orthodox church in Chora harbor. A window with colored glass in shades of blue, yellow, red, and pink filters external light, creating an intimate and mystical atmosphere. The wooden window frame divides the cathedral glass panels that diffuse soft light. In the foreground, blurred, the flickering flames of votive candles illuminate the scene with warm light. The contrast between the interior dimness and the vivid colors of the glass creates an evocative image that evokes spirituality and popular devotion. Greek Orthodox churches maintain this tradition of colored glass windows and candles lit by the faithful, elements that contribute to creating an atmosphere of prayer and contemplation.

Mykonos, Orthodox church, interior, colored glass, candles, spirituality, Chora