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St. George Greek Orthodox Church, Asmara

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St. George Greek Orthodox Church is a Greek Orthodox church building in Asmara.[1] It was established in 1903 by the Greek trader community.[2]

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  1. ^ Lonely Planet Ethiopia & Eritrea Jean-Bernard Carillet, Stuart Butler, Dean Starnes - 2009 - Page 323 1741048141 "If you haven't run out of stamina, head west of the central market to the Greek Orthodox Church (Map p320; Selam St). The church has frescoes, carved wood and candles."
  2. ^ Eritrea: The Bradt Travel Guide Edward Denison, Edward Paice - 2007 Page 118 1841621714 "This takes you back past the entrance of Enda Mariam and on to Selam Street on your right. Turn into Selam Street and on ... On the right-hand side, behind a wall, is nestled the Greek Orthodox Church of St George. It was established by the Hellenic Community in 1903 for the Greek traders who, along with Jews and Arabs, settled in the mixed quarter next to the market. The miniature bell tower and the richly decorated interior are both notable attractions."