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MONI MYRSINIDIOU (Monastery) CHIOS
Founder of this monastery is the monk Christoforos Seremelis (1897).
It is dedicated to Panagia Myrtidiotissa (Virgin of the Myrtles) of the miraculous
icon which the monk found in the sea below the monastery. It celebrates its feast
day on September 24 when crowds of worshippers come to honor Her Grace. The monastery
offered valuable philanthropic services during the German occupation as well as
during the resistance movement of World War II. The vestments of the national
martyr Gregory V are kept here. The monastery, which house four monks, includes
guest quarters.
This text is cited Jan 2004 from the Promoting Tourism Prefectural Committee of Chios URL below, which contains image.
ANAVATOS (Settlement) CHIOS
Anavatos is a Byzantine tower-village that is found in the central
region of Chios. It is quite
impressive due to the fact that it plunges into a large granite rock at the top
of the cliff. Although it is a deserted village, it still preserves its history,
a sensation often encountered by visitors when wondering through its stone-paved
streets. The Greek War of Independence (1821) and the Massacre of 1822 describe
an important chapter in the island’s history and are directly associated
with Anavatos.
The Church of the Taxiarchis (the Archangel) is still preserved. It
is the only building which stills stands out amidst this living ghost-town. Not
far from the wall’s gate, there is an overbearing structure which protrudes amongst
the buildings along the east side. It is the so called "three-story"
building, consisting of an olive oil press, school and water reservoir and the
Church of the Theotokos (the Virgin Mary). Anavatos, with its tower-like houses,
arches and steep cobbled roads, emphasizes the force of nature and accentuates
the supremacy of the heavens.
This text is cited May 2004 from the Promoting Tourism Prefectural Committee of Chios URL below, which contains images.
AVGONIMA (Settlement) CHIOS
Located approximately three kilometers from Nea
Moni, you come upon a vision that only exists in fairy tales. The road takes
you to a well-preserved stone village that has hidden treasures only known to
those seeking mystery and adventure. Today, there are only a few permanent residents
living in the village, however, the summer months bring crowds of people that
fill the little stone houses. There is a precious pine covered forest surrounding
this area that is the most significant forest on the island of Chios. This forest
embraces the villages of Avgonyma and Anavatos
(also known as the Mystras of Chios). The view from the stone square on the west
side of the village offers a breathtaking view of the crystal waters of Elinda
Bay and the Aegean
Sea. On a clear day, visitors will be in awe of the view of the island of
Psara.
Το κείμενο παρατίθεται τον Φεβρουάριο 2004 από την ακόλουθη ιστοσελίδα, με φωτογραφία, της Νομαρχιακής Επιτροπής Τουριστικής Προβολής Χίου
KARYES (Village) CHIOS
Karyes is a beautiful village located southwest of Vrontados and north of the town of Chios with 700 residents. The village is known for its breathtaking new and cool water. Under the shade of the plane and walnut trees, visitors will enjoy local delicacies accompanied by ouzo or beverage and followed by Greek coffee. Many people visit Karyes in the summer, particularly during the festivals on the Feast days of the Birth of the Theotokos (Virgin Mary) and of Aghia Markella.
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