Poulkos Mansion
In the Geraneia neighborhood stands the Poulkos Mansion, one of the finest and best-preserved examples of 18th-century Siatistan architecture. The mansion was founded in 1754 and completed in 1759, as indicated by an inscription above the entrance. It was originally built by the merchant Theodoros Emmanouilidis, who later sold it to Lazaros Poulkidis (Poulkos) as a dowry for his daughter, Eleni. Its architecture and decoration vividly reflect the prosperity and cultivated taste of Siatistan merchants of the era. The mansion is distinguished by its remarkable painted decoration, featuring floral motifs, ships, and arabesques, as well as its impressive stained glass and intricate woodcarvings. Particularly striking are the plaster decorations on the fireplaces, which highlight the building’s artistic refinement. Also notable is the depiction of Constantinople, while the carved wooden ceilings with rosettes add further elegance to the interiors. Today, the mansion is open to the public, offering a living testament to the urban and artistic flourishing of Siatista.
