Monastery of Panagia Varnakovas

The Monastery of Panagia Varnakovas is a medieval religious complex in Dorida Municipality situated on elevated terrain with traditional Byzantine stone structures. The buildings display Orthodox religious decorations and feature the characteristic architectural style of its era.

Saint Arsenios Varnakovitis founded this monastery during medieval times when Orthodox monastic communities were expanding across the region. The site has functioned continuously as a center of religious practice through the following centuries.

The monastery serves as a spiritual center where the local Orthodox community gathers for religious observances and celebrations. These gatherings maintain connections between families across generations through shared religious practices.

Contact the monastery office ahead of your visit to arrange tours and learn about dress codes and photography guidelines. Planning in advance helps ensure a respectful experience suited to the religious nature of the site.

The monastery preserves a remarkable collection of religious manuscripts and artifacts that document Orthodox spiritual practices in central Greece. These objects reveal layers of cultural and spiritual knowledge accumulated over many centuries.

Location: Dorida Municipality

Location: Commune of Tichio

Founders: Όσιος Αρσένιος Βαρνακοβίτης

GPS coordinates: 38.47450,21.96531

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:44