A traditional Byzantine monastery on the hilltop of Filerimos. It was built by the Byzantines in the 5th century AD on the ruins of ancient Ialyssos. In front of the steps leading up to the mon- astery are the remains of a Greek temple, the cross - shaped baptistery of the first Christian basilica and the tiny underground chapel of St George, with faded 15th - century wall paintings.
Roman Catholic as well as Greek Orthodox Christians wor- shipped the icon of the Virgin of Filerimos, in the hexagonal Church of the Knights, though at separate altars. To the rear of the monastery are the impressive remains of the Byzantine garrison.

Open hours::
Tues-Fri 08:00-20:00
Sat-Mon 08:30 -15:00
dress code: modestly