Ancient Minoa
Αρχαία Μινώα
An ancient hilltop city above Katapola harbour, with city walls, temple remains and a stadium spanning the Geometric to Roman periods.
Minoa was one of three ancient city-states on Amorgos. It sits on the Mourdes hill about 200 metres above Katapola Bay and was occupied from the Geometric period through the Roman era. The site has city walls, the foundations of an Apollo temple, a gymnasium and cistern remains, with some information boards. The views are excellent, taking in the whole of Katapola harbour and the islands opposite. The site is small, a visit takes about an hour, and opening hours vary (usually mornings in summer). From Katapola it is about 40 minutes' uphill walk along the old path.
Opening hours
Summer approx. 08:30–15:00 (closed Mondays)
Nearby sights
- Katapola
- Monastery of Agios Georgios Valsamitis
- Chora
- Agia Anna Beach
- Mouros Beach
- Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa
- Old Strata Trail (Chora–Aegiali)
- Tower of Agia Triada