Church of Genesion (Birth) of Virgin Mary

Beautiful church in the old town

It was built in the fifteenth century and is situated close to Syntagma Square. The location where Anastasios, the city's patron saint, was tortured by the Turks is marked by a monument outside the temple. St. Anastasios was a painter who was born and raised in Nafplio. Anastasios was determined to become a Christian despite the Turks' attempts to convert him with numerous promises. Then the Turks tortured him to death on February 1, 1655. In remembrance of him, a magnificent procession with his icon is held on February 1st each year.