Ιερά Μόνη Προφήτου Ηλία Θήρας

"The Monastery was built in 1711 in the resemblance of a fortress and it is a stunning example of Cycladic architecture. During the first years, it played a very important role in the cultural and educational life of the people, as it operated as a school, where its students were taught the Greek language and Literature. Not only its role in society was significant, but it also exerted economic influence, as it conducted a prosperous trade business in the Aegean and the Mediterranean Sea with its private ship. It finally went through serious damage from a severe earthquake that hit Santorini in 1956. Today, the Monastery has its own museum, with a collection of ecclesiastical items, rare handwritten books, and stunning Byzantine icons and sculptures. It also hosts displays of shoemaking, printing, and candlemaking. It holds an impressive bell tower and is surrounded by 4 other churches and chapels, which are the only ones you can visit, as the Monastery is closed to visitors."

"An 18th century monastery high above the caldera of Santorini. This beautiful monastery is the perfect place to take in the views of the surrounding island. "