Overview

It lies 3.5 kilometers southeast of Fira, in the interior of the island and surrounded by gardens and vineyards.
The churches of Metamorphosis Sotiros and Agia Irini, both built between 1680 and 1700, are worth visiting, as is the Metropolis church.
Messaria has the typical Cycladic charm with its picturesque white washed houses and tiny winding street paths. One of the most impressive sites in the village is the Argiros mansion, built in 1888 by winemaker George E. Argiros . The mansion has recently been restored. It is a typical home of Santorini of the previous century with its outstanding architecture.
Much of Santorini's wonderful wine is produced here.