Ecclesiastical Museum of Milos

Milos


Housed in the venerable Holy Trinity Church, which has its roots in the 9th century, this collection has rare artefacts and icons, including works by acclaimed 17th-century Cretan father-and-son team, Emmanuel and Antonios Skordilis.


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