Destination
Aya Nikola Kilisesi
Aya Nikola Church is one of the most important historical structures on Cunda (Alibey) Island, in the Ayvalık district of Balıkesir. Dedicated to the guardian archangels Gabriel and Michael, the church is therefore also known as Taksiyarhis Church. TGA The single-domed, basilica-type, rectangular-plan structure was built in the neoclassical architectural style, which was widely used in its period. Garlic stone extracted from the region’s quarries was used in its construction.
Aya Nikola Kilisesi and 6 places around it
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Highlights
- Faith heritage
Good for
- Heritage walks
Suggested visit:45 minutes
Last updated: 19 October 2026
Location and surroundings
Aya Nikola Kilisesi sits within Edremit, Balıkesir. The toroti catalogue holds 68 described stops across Balıkesir, 12 of them in Edremit.
The nearest stop is Kurşunlu Cami / Hekimzade Yusuf Sinan Camisi, 1.3 km to the north. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.
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Frequently asked
- What is Aya Nikola Kilisesi?
- Aya Nikola Church is one of the most important historical structures on Cunda (Alibey) Island, in the Ayvalık district of Balıkesir. Dedicated to the guardian archangels Gabriel and Michael, the church is therefore also known as Taksiyarhis Church. TGA The single-domed, basilica-type, rectangular-plan structure was built in the neoclassical architectural style, which was widely used in its period. Garlic stone extracted from the region’s quarries was used in its construction.
- Where is Aya Nikola Kilisesi?
- Aya Nikola Kilisesi is in Edremit, Balıkesir.
- How long does it take to visit Aya Nikola Kilisesi?
- The suggested visit time for Aya Nikola Kilisesi is about 45 minutes.
- What else is there to see near Aya Nikola Kilisesi?
- toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Aya Nikola Kilisesi; the closest are Kurşunlu Cami / Hekimzade Yusuf Sinan Camisi, Balıkesir Büyükşehir Belediyesi Altınkum Halk Plajı, Sarıkız Heykeli.