The historic Monastery of Aghios Antonios imposes on the top
of the hill. Although the drive to the monastery (about half an
hour from Marpissa) is through an uphill rural road, it’s definitely
worth visiting. The monastery, dating back to the 1600, features
a woodcut iconostasis and is a three-aisled crossed basilica with
2 domes and precious icons. It’s one of the island’s oldest, most
historic and picturesque places of worship. Nowadays, aside
from the church, its history is also depicted by the empty spaces
of the monastery which used to host monks (dating back to the
early years of the previous century). The serenity and tranquility
of the place, the plenty of light, the altitude and the view is as-
tonishing, transforming the visit into a lifetime experience.
Note
Η Mονή γιορτάζει
3 φορές το χρόνο
| The Monastery
celebrates three times
each year: 17/01 - 20/07
- 24/09
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