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Community in Greece
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A three-aisled basilica, one of the best samples of Greek popular art. Built in 1870 on the place of the central defensive tower pulled down in 1858. Parts of the base of the tower can still be seen around the church. Inside the old "Great Archangel" (15th century) there is a wood–carved screen dating back to the 18th century
Palios Taxiarhis
a small church dated back about 1412 AD with a painted 'iconostasis' inside. Ask for a guide that will escort you to the old church
Small grill with outdoor seating, run by George and Marina Pannadi year-round. The menu has traditional Greek mezedes (appetizers), grilled sandwiches, souvlaki, steaks, chops, Greek (horiatiki) salads, and other local specialties. Located a block from the town square directly behind the new church of Taxiarchis (Archangels). Internet access available for customers. To reach the restaurant from the bus stop, walk to the right and turn into the first alley. When you see the church, turn right.
8 lodgings with stone walls and vaulted ceilings inside the medieval castle of Mesta, Free wifi connection, air conditioning, RF electronic locks, 32' LED TV, safe
20 suites scattered inside the medieval village. A/C with individual climate control, bathroom with shower, fully equipped kitchen with fridge and mini bar
You can keep cool naturally in the heat of summer. One has a large urn set in the lovely wooden floor, because when renovating it was too big to get out of the door.
The village is supposed to be served numerous times daily by municipal bus (KTEL/ΚΤΕΛ) from the main city (Hora) of the island. But as of May 2026 no buses run.
Read in the guideMany streets are too narrow for cars but the village is small enough to walk everywhere.
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