The monastery of the Virgin Mary of Firogia was built in the 16th century and is located in the southern exit of the village of Katavati, on the way to Vathi.
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The monastery of the Virgin Mary of the Mountain (Panagia tou Vounou)
The monastery of the Virgin Mary of the Mountain was built in the 19th century.
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The monastery of Vrissiani
The monastery of Vrissiani is located in Exabela and is one of the biggest on the island. It was built in the 17th century and is dedicated to the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Virgin Mary of Chryssopigi
One of the most popular spots and undoubtedly one of the most picturesque and photographed ones is the church and monastery of the Virgin Mary of Chryssopigi.
The citadel of Kastro
The awe-inspiring Kastro is the old capital of Sifnos. It has been populated since the prehistoric times Continue reading “The citadel of Kastro”
The citadel of Agios Andreas
The citadel of Agios Andreas (13th century BC) was the first organized settlement on the island and lies in the plateau of the hill of Agios Andreas, in an area of ten thousand square meters.
Eftamartyres chapel
The chapel of Eftamartyres is one of the most-photographed attractions of Sifnos. Continue reading “Eftamartyres chapel”
