Tourliani Monastery
A working monastery in Mykonos's inland village of Ano Mera, dating to the 16th century and notable for its ornate carved marble bell tower and iconostasis, richer in decorative detail than most of the whitewashed, minimalist churches scattered around the rest of the island. Its small museum holds ecclesiastical vestments, icons, and historical items connected to the monastery's centuries of continuous use.
Ano Mera itself offers a look at inland, non-touristy Mykonos, with a village square and tavernas that feel a world away from the beach clubs and boutique-lined lanes of Mykonos Town.
It's a modest, quick visit — 20-30 minutes for the monastery itself — but worth combining with a stop in the village square for a sense of the island beyond its coastal tourism.
Tourliani Monastery FAQs
Yes, it's a working monastery, so modest dress (covered shoulders and knees) is expected when visiting.
Its ornately carved marble bell tower and iconostasis are more elaborate than the plainer, minimalist churches typical elsewhere on Mykonos.
Yes, a small museum displays ecclesiastical vestments, icons, and historical artifacts related to the monastery.
About 8km, roughly 15-20 minutes by car or local bus.
Yes, its village square and tavernas give a sense of everyday, non-touristy Mykonos distinct from the coastal resort areas.
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