There are two main museums in Kythnos, the Byzantine Ecclesiastical museum and the Folklore museum.
| The Byzantine Ecclesiastical museum |
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The Byzantine Ecclesiastical museum is located in the village of Dryopida, within the church of Agios Georgios and hence requires you to contact the priest to let you visit it.
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A beautiful collection of ecclesiastical artifacts, this museum is a definite must visit. Take time out on your trip to Kythnos to make a trip to this magnificent museum.
The Folklore museum is located in the village of Dryopida, south of the capital city of Hora. The extensive collection housed in this museum includes traditional uniforms and significant folk art objects. |
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The collection also includes items used by previous civilizations in their everyday life.
Also included are traditional local outfits, which make a good sight. The items in the museum provide a glimpse into the life of the people of Kythnos not just in the near past but much further into history.
A visit to any of these museums in Kythnos is a must for true travel enthusiasts who love to learn about the places they visit.
 Folklore Museum on map |
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