9. The church of Agia Sophia
The Church of Agia Sophia in Thessaloniki is one of the city’s most important Byzantine monuments and its centuries-old history has earned it a place on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.
01.Tip
As you stand at the entrance of the forecourt of Agia Sophia, with your back to the church, you will see directly across from you an impressive corner building constructed from red bricks. This is the Loggos Mansion, otherwise known as the "Red House". Built in 1926 by architect Leonardo Gennari for industrialist Grigorios Loggos, this three-storey building is distinguished by its red brickwork and eclectic design, with Art Nouveau, Neo-Byzantine and Gothic influences. The Red House is a unique example of interwar architecture and a reference point in the city.
