Tower of Agia Triada
Πύργος Αγίας Τριάδας
A 4th-century BC Hellenistic stone watchtower, one of the best-preserved ancient towers in the Cyclades.
The Tower of Agia Triada stands near the village of Arkesini in the south of the island. It is a square defensive tower built in the 4th century BC from large dry-stacked stones, and parts of its walls still stand about 5 metres high. It was used to watch the sea and protect farmsteads. A small chapel stands beside it, and the nearby tavern 'Under the Tower' is a good place to rest. The site is free, and a look from the outside takes about 20 minutes. It can be combined with Mouros Beach, Kalotaritissa and the wreck on the same day as a southern tour.
Opening hours
All day (exterior only)
Nearby sights
- Mouros Beach
- Olympia Shipwreck
- Kalotaritissa Beach
- Ancient Minoa
- Katapola
- Monastery of Agios Georgios Valsamitis
- Chora
- Agia Anna Beach