Kyra Panagia church

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The church of Kyra Panagia is a charming church built on a cliff, which offers amazing views to the beach of the surroundings.

This is one of the most photographed churches in Karpathos, because it is located at a so unique and beautiful place. You can find it directly next to the beach of Kyra Panagia, just walk through the village towards the beach, and climb up some stairs to reach the garden of the church.

Kyra Panagia church was built in traditional style with red dome, whitewashed walls, and blue decorations. The building has a small terrace with some tamarisks, whitewashed stone fences and a hanging bell, which make it very lovely. From the garden of the church the views to Kyra Panagia beach are extremely beautiful, it is one of the most known symbols of Karpathos island. You can admire the exceptional blue colours of the Aegean Sea, the wild cliffs of the coastline, and the charming bay of Kyra Panagia.

The church of Kyra Panagia is dedicated to Virgin Mary, and because of this the real name of the church is 'Church of Virgin Mary'.

Thousands of visitors fall in love with this magical place each year, and many of them say this is one if the most beautiful part of Karpathos island!