![]() The museum is being divided into the external and internal exhibition area. This museum is included in the top places to visit in Paros because by visiting it you will surely feel astonished with the quality of the work, talent, and effort put by Benetos Skiadas. After 20 years of creating miniatures, Benetos Skiadas managed to produce one of the largest miniature collections in Greece. It was built and funded by Benetos Skiadas. The Folklore Art Museum of Cycladic Civilization is situated in Aliki, Paros, just at the entrance of the village. By visiting this museum, you will have the opportunity to get a good idea of the Byzantine and after-Byzantine history of Paros. In the church’s courtyard, there is a Museum of Byzantine History with very interesting and rare exhibits, such as ecclesiastical objects, precious relics, and rare religious icons from the 17th and 18th century. The first thing that will catch your eyes is the glorious dome and the priceless Byzantine icons. Two centuries later (6th century AD) it was reconstructed by the Byzantine emperor Justinian.įrom the very first moment you enter this magnificent church, it is obvious why this included in the top places to visit in Paros. It is believed that the church was built by Saint Helen (aka Agia Eleni), the mother of the Byzantine emperor Constantine (aka Saint Constantine), during the 4th century AD. Therefore, this is the reason why it is called Ekatontapiliani, meaning the church with 100 gates. It has 99 gates, and according to the local tradition its 100th gate is well hidden. It is considered one of the most important Byzantine monuments in Greece and a must-see among the top Paros attractions. The Panagia Ekatontapiliani or Katapoliani Church is located just next to the Parikia port.
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