The Mansion of Hadjigeorgakis Kornesios is one of the most significant examples of urban architecture from the Ottoman period in Nicosia. It is located within the walls of the Old City, near the Archbishop’s Palace, in the parish of Saint Antonios—an area traditionally associated with the residence of the affluent Greek population.
Of particular interest is its architectural typology, which refers to mansions of the medieval period. This characteristic is further supported by the tradition that the building was erected on the site of an earlier, possibly medieval, residence.
Repair and maintenance works on parts of the mansion have been carried out periodically by the Department of Antiquities since 1949. The most extensive and comprehensive conservation and restoration project began in 1981. The final restoration of the house was awarded the Europa Nostra prize, highlighting its importance as part of the cultural heritage.
Photos: The Cyprus Ethnological Museum
