Grigorios Maraslis facts for kids

Portrait by Ivan Karchev, 1896

Grigorios Maraslis (born July 25, 1831 – died May 1, 1907) was an important person from the Russian Empire. He was a Greek man who became the mayor of Odesa for a long time, from 1878 to 1895.

Grigorios Maraslis was known as a great philanthropist. This means he loved to help people and gave a lot of his own money to good causes. He paid for many buildings and schools, not just in Odesa, but also in different cities in Greece. He also helped Greek communities living in the Ottoman Empire at that time.

Maraşlı Greek Orthodox Primary School in Fener neighborhood of Fatih, Istanbul, Turkey. Built during the Ottoman era and funded by Grigorios Maraslis, it is not used today.

Who Was Grigorios Maraslis?

Grigorios Maraslis was born into a wealthy Greek family. He grew up to be a very successful person who cared deeply about education and helping his community. His work helped many people and left a lasting mark on the cities he supported.

Mayor of Odesa

As the mayor of Odesa, Grigorios Maraslis was like the city's leader. He worked hard to make Odesa a better place for everyone. During his time as mayor, he helped the city grow and improve. He served for many years, showing his dedication to public service.

Helping Others: His Philanthropy

Grigorios Maraslis is most famous for his philanthropy. He used his wealth to build and support many important places.

• He helped fund the main building of the Athens University of Economics and Business in Greece. This helped many students get a good education.
• He also donated the Odesa Fine Arts Museum to the city of Odesa. This museum is a place where people can enjoy beautiful art.
• Many schools were built with his money, helping children learn and grow.
• He also supported the construction of the Maraslis House in Odesa, which is a well-known building.

His generosity helped improve the lives of countless people by giving them access to education and culture.

Awards and Recognition

For all his important work and generosity, Grigorios Maraslis received special honors. He was given the Order of the Cross of Takovo and the Order of Prince Danilo I. These awards showed how much his contributions were valued.

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  Portrait by Ivan Karchev, 1896

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  Maraşlı Greek Orthodox Primary School in Fener neighborhood of Fatih, Istanbul, Turkey. Built during the Ottoman era and funded by Grigorios Maraslis, it is not used today.