Prophet Elias Monastery

Within the initial 20 years of its construction, the place played a crucial role in building the cultural and economic life of Santorini. As part of any Greece tour, visitors often learn that in the initial years of the 19th century, there was a school which taught Greek literature and language. The monastery first began to decline in the 1860s when a major earthquake hit it.

Today, Prophet Elias Monastery is home to a museum where you will find Byzantine sculptures, handwritten books, and Church items. There are monks who still live here and produce wine. You can taste and purchase fine wine as a memory of Santorini.

• Immerse yourself in the breathtaking view of Greece from Prophet Elias Monastery, the highest point of the island and the perfect spot to capture pictures.
• Learn about the history of the monastery and how it suffered major damage in the 1860s while witnessing a real-life example of Cycladic architecture.
• Explore the museum housed inside the monastery and check out the huge collection of handwritten books, church-related goods, and Byzantine sculptures and icons.
• Get the authentic feel and flavour of Santorini as you interact with the monks residing in the monastery and produce wine every day for selling.
• Attend different workshops conducted on candle making, printing, and shoemaking to understand the world of Greece and its numerous trade practices.