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The monastery of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Xobourgo
This monastery is the most important pilgrimage of Greek Catholics. It was founded in the middle of the 17th century by a group of Jesuit monks who were settled in the village of Kastro where they build the church of Agia Sofia.
When the Turks occupied the Kastro, the monks moved in the settlement of Borgo and they built a new church of Agia Sofia (around 1720). In 1837 the Jesuits built a monastery dedicated to Agios Joseph in the village of Loutra. Towards the end of the 19th century, with the contribution of the Orthodox monastery in Loutra and the villagers’ donations, the monks restored the old church of Agia Sofia and named it the church of The Sacred Heart of Jesus.
After some years of abandonment, the church was restored and grew bigger, taking its today form. Apart from the church, the monastery offers cells for accommodation and a small restaurant. In the yard you can admire the statue of the Sacred Heart of Jesus by I. Filippotis. The statue was created in 1950 and is dedicated to the Catholics who gave their life during the Wars in the period 1912-1950.
Every second Sunday on July believers from all Greece gather here to celebrate their Faith.
Tripotamos is listed in the island’s most ancient villages. Wander around the small paths that lead to its Cycladic arched houses, have a drink or food in the traditional taverns and cafes and visit the village’s cheese factory.
Karya once was an important head-village and now it is considered one of the most ancient villages of the island. It took its name from the walnut trees (in Greek karudia) which abounded in the area. The village is near mountain Exobourgo built on a slope. Many dovecotes and chapels are scattered around in the area. In Karua you can find a monastery right at the top of the hill as well as the churches of Agios Eleftherios, Agios Dimitrios and Kimisis tis Theotokou.
Nature-lovers can visit the declared protected area of the village. Here also exists a Folkloric museum, a marble workshop, and a carpentry workshop. It is noteworthy mentioning that the first cheese factory of the island operated in Karua. Visitors can enjoy their food or drink in the local tavern and the small café. The cultural association of the village organizes events and festivals, maintaining their tradition and cultural background.
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