An inscription on the temple says that the rare icons were given to the church by the painter Antonios in 1680. The church, however, must have been built many years before. The wall paintings inspire awe with their special technique and show us the painter’s talent. Many of them have been preserved and can be seen up to today.
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The monastery of Kathara is built high up on the peak of mount Niritos and has a breathtaking view of Vathy, the whole southern Ithaki and Kefallonia. Its history dates back to the late 17th century and remains alive in our days. Virgin Mary Kathariotissa is the protector of the island and a great festival takes place on the 8th of September in...
It is also known as church of Virgin Mary of Linovrochia and was built on the ruins of a smaller temple in 1800. The wooden-carved temple and the bell tower, which dates back to 1820, stand out.
This small, white chapel that is built in the rock can be found after you follow the hiking trail in Marathias. The view here is breathtaking.