Double Churches in the Eastern Mediterranean

The research project aims to identify, document, and analyze double churches—that is, churches with two distinct aisles: one following the Orthodox rite and the other the Catholic. The phenomenon of double churches dates back to the 15th century and is found in regions where Orthodox and Catholic populations coexisted, such as the Cyclades, Crete, and Chios. With the exception of Crete, which has been extensively studied, this remains a largely unexplored area of research.

The project seeks to compile a corpus of double churches in the Eastern Mediterranean, which will also be presented in the form of a digital map. It aims to explore the geographical distribution, cultural significance, and local particularities of the phenomenon, thereby shedding light on a largely overlooked aspect of Orthodox–Catholic coexistence during the early modern period.