Panagia Tourliani Monastery

Panagia Tourliani is a beautiful Byzantine church located in the village of Ano Mera of Mykonos which dates back to the 15th century and is famous for its stunning architecture, intricate decorations, and impressive bell tower.  The interior of the church features colorful frescoes, an exquisitely crafted wooden iconostasis, and a marble bishop’s throne.  The […]

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Panagia Paraportiani

Panagia Paraportiani is a unique and famous church located in the charming chora of Mykonos. Its name translates to “Our Lady of the Side Gate” and it is one of the most photographed churches in Greece.  The church is actually five different chapels combined into one large structure, with its distinctive white-washed walls and blue-domed […]

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Panormitis Monastery

Panormitis Monastery , also known as Holy Monastery of the Taxiarch Michael Panormitis , is a historic landmark and is a significant pilgrimage site for Greeks and Orthodox Christians, as it is dedicated to the Archangel Michael, the patron saint of Symi.  The monastery features a beautiful Byzantine-style church, a museum, a gift shop, and […]

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Panagia Kavouradena

Panagia Kavouradena is a historic church located on the island of Leros, Greece. The church is named after the cliff it is built on, which resembles the shape of a crow’s beak.  The church is believed to have been built in the 7th century AD and is considered one of the most important monuments of […]

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