Skiathos
Monasteries
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MONASTERY OF SAINT CHARALAMPOS
Monastery
On the northern side of Chora and at a distance of 5 km from the center of the town of Skiathos, is the monastery of Agios Charalambous. The exact date of its establishment is not known to us. However, it is known that it was renovated in 1809, while the iconostasis and its icons date from 1822. the …»
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MONASTERY OF EVANGELISM OF THE VIRGIN
Monastery
The monastery of Evangelistria is located 4 km north of the city. It is one of the most remarkable monuments of the Northern Sporades. The reconstruction of the Monastery began in 1794 by a small group of monks of the "Kollyvados" movement, who were forced to leave Mount Athos, due to the uproar …»
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MONASTERY OF PANAGIA OF KECHRIA
Monastery
The Monastery of Panagia tis Kechria is built on a hill above the bay of the same name. It is located on the northwest side of the island and is 8 km from the town of Skiathos. It is an isolated monastery, founded in the 18th century, and is worth a visit to see the important ecclesiastical relics …»
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MONASTERY OF PANAGIA KOUNISTRA
Monastery
The Monastery of Panagia of Kounistra is located at a distance of 8 km from the city and is the patron saint of the island. It was founded in the 17th century and is dedicated to the Entry of the Virgin. According to popular tradition, the icon of the Virgin Mary was found hanging on a pine tree and …»