Friday 17 April 2009

Burwood, St Nektarios Greek Orthodox Church

St Nektarios Greek Orthodox Church is located in the inner west suburb of Burwood. This heritage listed church on Railway Parade was formerly a Methodist Church. I chose this photo today because it's Good Friday for Orthodox christians.

25 comments:

  1. I love old church photos and the sky just looks perfect

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  2. Beautiful shot. Such a lovely cathederal. Modern structures can never touch the beauty of these oldies. Thanks for visiting Nature & More.

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  3. They don't make them like this anymore. What a lovely old church.

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  4. Beautiful shot!!!
    Mary Elizabeth
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  5. I was in Sydney last week. We should have caught up!

    You'll see an unusual view of Sydney on my blog this arvo, around midday. Something you'll definitely identify with!

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  6. No worries, David. Next time you're in Sydney, let me know.

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  7. The contrast between the building and the sky is striking.

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  8. It is such a beautiful old building! I like the red door.

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  9. The peaceful ambience of the sky makes a perfect backdrop for this beautiful old church.

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  10. A very beautiful church against the bright blue sky. Actually, all of your photos are great!

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  11. thank you when you visiting the home pages! beautiful pictures you have;)

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  12. Arcitectur against sky is allways beautiful.

    Happy weekend.

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  13. It's a very handsome church and the stonework is gorgeous! Very pretty sky too.

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  14. Thanks for visiting our blog and nice comment. It is the first time I visited your blog, thanks for sharing your beautiful city with us.

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  15. It's a beautiful old church. It's great to see it against the blue and white sky!
    Great choice for today's SWF!

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  16. Beautiful sky and old church. I love the red door also.

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  17. indeed a beautiful structure of a church! and i like how it stood out against the blue sky!

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  18. I always admire and fascinated with older buildings and churches. This is really special.

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  19. I love old churches like this. We have some pretty ones here in California but not older than 120 years. Thanks for sharing! Have a super weekend. Supposed to be 90 here!
    Caprice

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  20. A very impressive church and well chosen for the day

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  21. Beautiful solid church against a lovely sky. The architecture wouldn't look out of place here in Scotland.

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