The Cycladic architectural marvel that looks like melting down a cliff

What a spectacular monastery! Hozoviotissa monastery is built on a cliff’s side on Amorgos, part of the Cyclades islands. The monastery accommodates a few monks and it is also open for visitors everyday. If you visit the island you definitely must climb up the 300 slippery stairs to get there. Make sure though that you are properly dressed. Men should were long trousers and women long skirts. Once you arrive at the top the views of the Aegean Sea will catch your breath. Photo Credit: Amphithoe via Compfight cc

Once visitors arrive in the beautiful monastery, monks greet them by serving refreshments, rakomelo and small traditional sweets called loukoumi. The little chapel is the place to feel the religion vibes. The icons in there are a real treasure.

Before you start your journey up the stairs, make sure you wear comfortable shoes, a hat and have a bottle of fresh water with you.

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