Monastery of Saint Michael Archangel of Panormites

The Monastery of Saint Michael Archangel sits on the waterfront with a white facade and one of the tallest baroque bell towers in the Dodecanese islands. The building extends along the shore and contains museums with ancient religious objects and historical collections.

The monastery was built around 450 AD over the ruins of an ancient Apollo temple. During the 18th century it underwent major renovations that incorporated Venetian architectural styles.

Two museums inside the monastery display religious objects such as silver icons and ceremonial vestments that reflect the island's faith traditions. Visitors can observe ancient artworks and liturgical pieces that show the community's long connection to spirituality.

Visitors can reach the monastery by ferry from Rhodes or by local bus from the island's main town. Its waterfront location makes it easy to find and accessible from multiple directions.

The monastery receives bottles containing prayers that wash ashore, cast into the sea by sailors following a centuries-old custom. This tradition shows how visitors and seafarers have long connected their spiritual requests with this sacred place.

Location: Symi Municipality

Website: http://imsymis.org/english.html

GPS coordinates: 36.54833,27.84605

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:49