Located on the hill Karies, in the municipality of Thermi, the monastery is an important landmark on the island, with a unique two-story church. In the monastery are kept the relics of Saint Raphael, whose name the monastery bears, of…

It is located in Kalloni and considered to be the most important religious monument of the place due to its history and that carries the precious relics that carries. Its foundation dates back in 1526 by St. Ignatius Agallianos and…

The monastery of Ypsilo lies near Sigri, up in mount Ordymnos, 511 meters from the sea level and is devoted to Saint John Theologos. Ypsilo is believed to be the oldest monastery of the island, founded already before 800 AD. 

Built on a height of 40 meters, on the peak of a rock, this church is devoted to Virgin Mary. Many people visit it, mainly due to its picturesqueness and its wonderful view.

You can find the temple of Virgin Mary in Agiasos and there you will admire a wondrous image of Virgin Mary. Its name comes from “Agia Sion” (Holy Sion). There is also a museum housed in the monastery’s property that…

General Information The Story of Panagia Krifti Celebrations of Panagia Krifti How to Arrive at Panagia Krifti Nearby Attractions General Information Venture three kilometers west of Melinda and proceed to the remote, rocky shore to which the locals alone know…

Located in Mantamados, this churchis dedicated to the patron of the island, Archangel Michael. It is one of the most important shrines of Lesvos with the famous picture of Archangel Michael to be admired as the only one existing in…

The old building of the Archaeological museum located in Mytilene, contains exhibits that date from Prehistoric to Roman times. Among them, there are figurines, ceramics, jewelry, coins, statues, inscriptions, tombstones and of course the remarkable temples’ capitals of Klopedi.TimetableHours: Tuesday…

A short distance away from the old building of the Archaeological Museum of Mytilene, you can find the new one that lies in Kioski district. Its construction was completed in 1995 and there ou can admire the permanent exhibition titled…

General Information Stratis Elefteriades The Museum of Modern Art Teriade Exhibits Opening Times General Information If you are a lover of Modern Art and wish to know more about the life and huge creative opus of Stratis Elefteriades - Teriade,…