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Paros Byzantine Museum: A Glimpse into the Island's Spiritual Past

Discover rare icons and religious relics at the Paros Byzantine Museum, a serene sanctuary within the historic Ekatontapyliani Church complex.

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Housed within the historic Ekatontapyliani Church complex in Parikia, the Paros Byzantine Museum showcases a collection of religious artifacts, icons, and relics from Paros's Byzantine and post-Byzantine eras. It offers a serene and insightful journey into the island's rich spiritual heritage.

A brief summary to Paros Byzantine Museum

  • Monday 7 am-10 pm
  • Tuesday 7 am-10 pm
  • Wednesday 7 am-3 pm
  • Thursday 7 am-10 pm
  • Friday 7 am-10 pm
  • Saturday 7 am-10 pm
  • Sunday 7 am-10 pm

Local tips

  • Combine your visit with a tour of the Ekatontapyliani Church, one of the most important early Christian churches in Greece.
  • Check the museum's opening hours in advance, as they may vary depending on the season.
  • Allow at least one to two hours to fully appreciate the museum's collection and the history of the Ekatontapyliani Church.
  • Photography may be restricted in certain areas of the museum; inquire upon entry.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    The Paros Byzantine Museum is located in Parikia, within the Ekatontapyliani Church complex. From the Parikia central bus station, walk approximately 5 minutes towards the Ekatontapyliani Church. The museum is located on the southwestern corner of the church complex.

  • Public Transport

    Take the local bus to Parikia. The central bus station is located at the main Port of Paros. From there, walk for approximately 5 minutes towards the Ekatontapyliani Church. The museum is located on the southwestern corner of the church complex. A single bus ticket should cost less than €3.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are available in Parikia. A taxi ride from the Parikia port or airport to the Ekatontapyliani Church should cost approximately €15-€25. The museum is located on the southwestern corner of the church complex.

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The Paros Byzantine Museum, nestled within the southwestern corner of the Ekatontapyliani Church complex in Parikia, offers a captivating glimpse into the island's Byzantine and post-Byzantine history. The museum's collection began in the early 20th century, spearheaded by Archimandrite George Phil. Scaramangas, and features icons, ecclesiastical objects, and valuable relics. The museum is located within the Ekatontapyliani Church, which was initially built as a small shrine dedicated to the Virgin Mary in the 4th century AD by Saint Helen. It was later rebuilt after an earthquake in 1773. The museum's exhibits include rare icons from the 17th and 18th centuries, many of which are works of hagiographers of the Cretan school. Visitors can also admire ecclesiastical objects, wood carvings, silver and metal objects, religious amphorae, vestments, buckles and other church relics. The wood-carved epitaph of Ekatontapyliani is an excellent example of Post-Byzantine ecclesiastical woodcarving. The museum's journey has been marked by periods of closure and reopening, with significant conservation efforts undertaken to preserve its invaluable artifacts. The current exhibition, inaugurated in 1996, is housed in three interconnected ground-floor spaces: a chapel and two rooms. The museum not only displays religious art but also provides historical context, highlighting the cultural and spiritual significance of Paros throughout the Byzantine era.

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