Chryssopigi Monastery, Eastern Orthodox church building in Platys Gialos, Greece.
Chryssopigi Monastery sits atop a steep rocky outcrop, connected to the mainland by a narrow stone bridge spanning the Aegean. The structure overlooks two adjacent beaches and commands views across the sea from its elevated position.
The monastery was founded in the 18th century and developed into a significant religious center within the Sifnos region. Its archaeological and cultural importance eventually secured protective status for the structure.
The monastery serves as a sacred gathering place where Orthodox traditions shape the rhythm of the year, with Ascension Day bringing the community together for processions and vigils. Visitors experience how the remote location deepens the spiritual feeling of those who make the journey here.
The monastery sits about 2 kilometers from Platys Gialos and is reachable via a walking path leading to the stone bridge. The grounds are foot-accessible, though the paths are steep and require good footing, especially when wet.
The rock supporting the monastery was once part of the mainland but separated during an earthquake, leaving behind a natural stone arch beneath. This geological event created the unusual peninsula setting that defines the monastery today.
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