During ancient times, Tinos (similar to Delos) was one of the most important religious centers. In the 5th century B.C. it became the center of worship of Poseidon who was worshiped both as a sea god and as a healer. In the 3rd century B.C. the temple was the reconstructed and expanded and Amphitrite started being worshiped. She was the wife of Poseidon and the goddess of fertility.  

Believers arrived at the temple for the following reasons:

It is located 2.5 km east of Chora, on the road to St. Varvara. This historic monastery was founded in 1744. During the Ottoman period 20 monks from Mount Athos lived there. They also founded a seminary and a school to learn reading and writing.

The church of the Virgin Mary was founded in 1823. It was built at the point where the icon of the Annunciation was found, according to the vision of St. Pelagia.

A picturesque village on the slopes of Kehrovouni mountain near the monastery of Agia Pelagia, located 7 km from the town of Tinos. It is known for its famous arches of the medieval era and the cobblestoned streets and alleys. In the square of the village you can see the impressive church of Christ's Ascension (1600 AD architecture style). All houses have courtyards full of flowers and the inhabitants are friendly and hospitable farmers.
There is a church museum in the village. It houses old icons and books

This is one of the prettiest villages of the island. It is 16 km far from the main town and the first village of Exo Meria. It is located on the mountainside of Pateles mountain and offers a spectacular view to the sea.

The village is full of trees and flowers, it has crystal clear waters, beautiful two-storey houses with picturesque stairs, flower gardens, whitewashed cobblestoned streets and arches, and it will definitely amaze you.