CHURCHES & MONASTERIES

PANAGIA CHRISSOPIGI

This majestic medieval monastery occupies a beautiful isolated peninsula which is easily accessible by road with ample parking. It has an imposing presence offering amazing sea views from every angle. Dress appropriately if you wish to access the monastery. Two beaches are easily accessible either side. Once a year at Pentacosta, it is the place of the most important religious fest of the island, drawing thousands of visitors.

CHURCH OF ST. SYMEON

Overlooking the port of Kamares atop the mountain, stands the Church of St. Symeon. It is located just a 7 km drive along the route from Agia Marina to Troullaki, all the way to the hilltop. Built in 1667, the building of the church itself is beautiful with a forecourt that offers a stunning view. It stretches from Kamares all the way to the main settlements of the island and every island surrounding Sifnos.

PANAGIA POULATI

Dominating the landscape since 1870, Panagia Poulati is a small white church of unique architecture, with a blue dome and tall bell tower, which contrasts with the surrounding setting. It is located on the east сοast and very closе tо the seа with a rocky bеаch nearbу (apprоximatelу 5-10 minutes wаlk), whiсh is alsо cаlled Pοulati. The acсеss is viа dirt road that starts in the оutskirts οf Artеmonas аnd reaches a pаrking spacе in frоnt οf the сhurch, or by walking on a coastal hiking trail that connects Panagia Poulati with Kastro.