Daskalopetra monument, Chios

#2 among attractions in Chios

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The Daskalopetra monument is a rock-cut shrine to the goddess Cybele at Daskalopetra, near Vrontados on Chios, in Greece, dating to the late sixth or early fifth century BC. It is probably the earliest known cult site of the Cybele in the Greek world. ()

Coordinates: 38°25'20"N, 26°8'3"E

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Daskalopetra monument – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Nea Moni, Castle of Chios, Chios Byzantine Museum, Archaeological Museum of Chios.

5.4 miSW
Historical place, Scenic drives, Monastery
Nea Moni, Chios
139 min walk • Nea Moni is an 11th-century monastery on the island of Chios that has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is located on the Provateio Oros Mt. in the island's interior, about 15 km from Chios town.
3.4 miS
Historical place, Forts and castles
Castle of Chios, Chios
86 min walk • The Castle of Chios is a medieval citadel in Chios town on the Greek island of Chios.
3.6 miS
Museum
Chios Byzantine Museum, Chios
92 min walk • The Chios Byzantine Museum is a museum in Chios, Greece.
4 miS
History museum, Museum, Archaeological museum
Archaeological Museum of Chios, Chios
101 min walk • The Archaeological Museum of Chios is a museum located on Michalon Street in Chios town, Chios, Greece. It was constructed in 1966-1971 and covers a total area of 2500 square metres. 1200 square metres of floor space is occupied by the exhibitions.
3.3 miS
Sacred and religious sites, Mosque
Osmaniye Mosque, Chios
85 min walk • Osmaniye Mosque, also locally called Frangomachala Mosque is one of the three remaining mosques on the island of Chios, Greece, located inside the old citadel area of Chios town, which was the main neighborhood of the Turkish community of the island.
0.5 miS
Town
Vrontados
14 min walk • One of the most iconic landmarks in Vrontados is the Church of Agios Markos, a beautiful 19th-century church with a distinctive red dome that dominates the town's skyline. Visitors can explore the church's intricate architecture and ornate interior, as well as enjoy...

Daskalopetra monument, Chios

Facts and practical information

Daskalopetra monument – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nea Moni, Chios

Castle of Chios, Chios

Chios Byzantine Museum, Chios

Archaeological Museum of Chios, Chios

Osmaniye Mosque, Chios

Vrontados