Nunnery / Monastery · Chios Town
Monastery of Saints Constantine and Helen
Μονή Αγίων Κωνσταντίνου και Ελένης
At Fragkovouni near Chios Town, a fortified-looking women's monastery historically known for iconography, embroidery and ecclesiastical crafts.
Why go
For an active convent whose architecture has a defensive character and whose tradition includes icon and textile work.
At a glance
- Time needed
- 30–45 minutes.
- Accessibility
- Generally accessible near the entrance; ask permission to enter further.
The experience
Saints Constantine and Helen is a women's monastery near Fragkovouni, just outside Chios Town. Its buildings have a fortified, compact appearance, and the community has historically been associated with iconography, embroidery and other ecclesiastical crafts. The convent is a useful stop for visitors interested in Chian religious life without travelling far into the mountains.
Look for
- 1Fortified architectural character.
- 2Craft traditions.
- 3Convent chapel.
Practical information
Visitor note
Active nunnery; telephone ahead or check current hours and dress modestly.
Map and directions
Sources & accuracy
Verified · 12 Aug 2026
Photograph: supplied by the publisher
Sources Metropolis of Chios; published monastery histories; field notes · Photography and rights