Theoskepasti
Translated Roof of God.
Located in the mountains in a small village called Pigi is a very special place, here you will find a Monastery ( nuns left here 1982) it is now looked after by a dedicated elder KiraMaria you will also find a 1700century church, relics and as pictured above a small but amazing chapel built from and into the rocks.
Sign marking turn onto dirt road to Monastery
Peaceful place the walkways are lined with brilliant beautiful flowers.
1700 Church is in need of paint and repairs but because of its age it's a expensive undertaking to restore it to its original state requiring special techniques.
Inside Theoktisti Church
KiraMaria lovingly explains the paintings on the wall from 1700 century
Outside are chairs and tables where herbs are drying later to be sold for the upkeep of the
Grounds.
Relics found at the Monastery 
Kitchen of Kira Maria located on the grounds where collected herbs are being dried, honeys, along with a few handmade items and of the course the locals and one our favorite as well, homemade Loukoumades drizzled with honey, all for sale with the proceeds going for the upkeep of the grounds and church.
Their are many legends surrounding this monastery, we will return to Theokitisti to hear them directly from their caretaker KiraMaria and post what she shares along with the herbs and their medicinal properties on our next blog.
Religion is a very important part of the Ikarians day to day life, could this be another reason why they
Live long and healthy lives. Faith in God and the Greek Orthodox Religion.
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