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MAUSOLEUM

Shortly after 1824 Syros acquires its first organized cemetery, also known as the Mausoleum of Agios Georgios. With the expansion of Ermoupolis the cemetery is suddenly found at the center of the district of the refugees from Psara and is forcefully moved to its current location. The constructions and additions followed one another with the room for the dead before burrial that was built in 1837, the Church of St. George in 1839 and the Hieratic School in 1858 which was later converted into a charnel house. The old mausoleum suffered great damage and in its place the new cemetery was built, surviving to this day in the heart of Neapoli in Syros.

This is a cemetery reflecting the history and culture of the magnificent island of Syros in its exquisite mausoleums and beautifully decorated tombstones. The most imposing tombs belong to important personalities of the island like Mavrokordatos, Benakis, Antoniadis and Rodokanakis.

The inscriptions on the monuments unveil characteristics from the lives and homeland of the desists while the decoration details indicates the power, prestige and origin.The cemetery of St George is divided into 7 sections while the 56 mausoleums congregate in a separate area on the northeast side.

The incredible monuments are signed by important Greek as well as Italian artists & sculptors such as Fytalis, Vitalis, Spanos and A. Canessa. Among other monuments many marble tombs, shrines, sculpted angel figures, crosses, Ionic and Doric monuments, chapels, ciboria with 4 Doric or Ionic columns, tombstones, headstones and tomb epigrams primarily inspired by folk songs and dirges stand out.

AREA OVERVIEW

NEARBY LOCATIONS

  • AGIOS GEORGIOS

    Agios Georgios was built in 1839 in the region of Syros, originally as a one-aisled church while after the successive disasters it suffered, the church was reconstructed in the early 20th century as a three-aisled Basilica with the addition of the chapels of Agia Thekla and Agios Andreas. At the entrance of the church’s  courtyard lies the imposing marble Bell Tower while the temple’s central arch is adorned with an inscription mentioning the date of completion of the temple, the patron and donors. Within the temple the icons that have been painted by D. Kostarakis, F. Desipris and Emm. Psaltidis also stand out while next to the temple one…
  • KAMINIA

  • AEOLIA BOUTIQUE STUDIOS

    Unpretentious style, warm hospitality and a sense of calm all year round. The advantageous location near the center of the town makes the recently renovated Aeolia boutique studios the perfect base for exploring the capital of Syros. Only a stone's throw from the hotspots and top attractions of Hermoupolis, the studios are in Iroon Square,…
  • TAXIARCHON

    The Church of the Holy Archangels was built in 1898 in Ermoupoli, on the road to Ano Syros. This is a temple in the shape of a cross with a dome in whose courtyard one can see an impressive bell tower that was donated by the Konsta brothers. The Church's interior is brilliantly adorned with a neoclassical marble iconostasis, icons of the 19th and 20th centuries as well as the icons of the archangels that were gifted by the Patriarch of Jerusalem. The Church of the archangels is worth visiting on November the 8th when one…
  • SIROS TRAVEL

  • INDUSTRIAL MUSEUM ΟF ERMOUPOLI

    The industrial Museum of Ermoupoli is a beautiful Museum with impressive exhibits from the Golden industrial age of Syros.
  • EPIROTES ASSOCIATION

    The Epirotic tradition lies in the heart of the Aegean with the Epirotes Association of Syros. The Club was founded in 2006 to preserve and spread its rich cultural heritage to the residents of the island through traditional dances and songs presented at various events held on the island and beyond. Today the Club has…
  • MIKRAKI

    Mikraki is a traditional tavern with live folk music in a picturesque cobblestone alley of Ermoupoli, welcoming guests all day long to unwind in its courtyard under the shadow of its bougainvillea. Visitors are welcome to relish the essence of authenticity with a Greek coffee in the morning, enjoy authentic homemade dishes, fresh fish delights…
  • THE ASSOCIATION OF THE PONTIACS & NORTHERN GREEKS OF SYROS

    The cultural and Athletic Club of the Northern Greeks of Syros "Megas Alexandros" was established in 2003 and its name changed in 2012 into The Association of the Pontiacs & Northern Greeks, an organization made by inhabitants of the island originating from the Black Sea, Macedonia and Thrace. Today the Association organizes local championships, theatrical workshops, book presentations, events, seminars, creative workshops, dance workshops, concerts, lyre lessons, theatrical performances for adults and children, exhibitions, social events and sporting activities all reflecting the distinctive character of Northern Greece.
  • KONSTANTZA

    In a picturesque neighbourhood of Ermoupoli known as Xirokampos that was first inhabited by refugees of 1829, Constanta exudes a sense of nobility and sweet nostalgia. All 10 studios of Costantza are decorated with modern elements and bright colours and offer guests all the necessary comforts for a relaxing and peaceful stay. Room Types 8…
  • MALENA RENTAL

  • THE CRETAN ASSOCIATION OF SYROS

    The Association’s history begins in 1860 when the Cretan Society for the Promotion of Education and Learning in Syros is funded by important scholars of the era with the purpose to bring all Cretan inhabitants of Syros close and assist the intellectual development and education of the children of the island through the great Cretan…
  • NISIOTISSA

  • TERPSIHORI ASSOCIATION

    The Terpsihori Association was established in 1992 in order to promote the local businesses and tourist development of restaurants and other relevant businesses. Today it numbers about 300 members which organize several educational seminars and projects for the upgrading of services and infrastructure on the island so as to better serve all visitors.    
  • STEFANOU TRAVEL

  • AUTO MOTO CHAMPION

  • MAISTRALI CAR RENTAL

  • MY CITY CAR RENTAL

  • ARIES

    In the heart of Ermoupolis, Aries rooms offer a comfortable and hospitable accommodation in their elegantly appointed environs. All rooms are equipped with modern furnishings and modern amenities ensuring a stay of great relaxation while some of them also boast unobstructed views to the azure of the sea. Contact: Tel.: 2281087274 Fax: 2281087274 e-mail: [email protected]
  • DIOGENIS

    Hotel Diogenis is an A class hotel that is hosted in an impressive neoclassical building of the 19th century bearing great history and Venetian influences. A building previously used as a warehouse, tannery, cabaret and housing space for the Italian-police administration during the occupation. In 2015 the building was renovated with respect to the neo-classical…
  • KOUTOUKAKI

  • GALERA TRAVEL

  • GALERA RENT A CAR

  • AMVYX

  • TEAMWORK HOLIDAYS

  • THE ASSUMPTION OF THE VIRGIN

    The assumption is the second oldest church on the island and was built behind the harbor in 1828. It is a three-aisled Basilica with impressive architecture and decoration. The Interior is adorned with elements from wood and marble while the domes create a wooden frame that looks like an overturned boat. What stands out is the authentic icon of the assumption from 1562 painted by Dominikos Theotokopoulos (El Greco), making the Church one of the most important sights on the island.
  • GAVIOTIS RENT A CAR

  • GAVIOTIS TRAVEL

  • VASSILIKOS

  • PARISSI VIRGINIA