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SANTORINI MADE BY ORIGINALS

SYMPOSION

Inspired by the nine muses of the arts,
this cultural center at Megalochori hosts a broad range
of activities and original performances.

OFFERING AN immersive music, art and mythology exhibition, a reading library, a photography exhibition of Creating
experience to visitors from around the world, Symposion the winery prior to its renovation, the Muses wine café,
is housed in a former winery dating back to the turn of the a mythological botanical garden and an art shop selling
century, in the heart of the traditional village of Megalochori, hand-crafted musical instruments and various artifacts. gastronomic
Santorini. Bringing together music, art and mythology, Symposion's architecturally unique premises in Megalochori,
Symposion stands as an emblematic link between Ancient built at the turn of the last century by the master artisan
Greece and the present day. Owned and operated by husband and winemaker Zorzis Ioannis Saliveros, once housed his trips...
and wife team, Argy Kakissis (Managing Director) and winemaking facilities and his livestock.
Yannis Pantazis (Musical Director/Musician/Instrument
Artisan) have created an immersive experience of music and The following entertaining educational programs for private
mythology leading Symposion to have been featured both groups will be offered for Summer 2022:
in local and worldwide publications for its contribution to Mythical Music Presentation and Historical Tour – OUR STORY
preserving and promoting Greece’s unique cultural heritage. This one hour music presentation comprises an interactive “Roka” Restaurant is settled in an
Events and workshops take place in the Saliveros chamber, journey with the use of mythical narration showcasing
garden courtyard and artisan’s workshop. Other spaces fifteen hand-crafted and string instruments. old building of 1912 with interesting
within the former winery include a vintage instrument Ancient Greek Pipe Making Workshop – A one hour architecture –in an area where you can
admire old preserved captain houses.
The warm colors of the small courtyard
Visitors spend an hour with filled with trees and flowers give you
the master artisan crafting
their own ancient Greek the feeling of a relaxing and pleasant
pipe from local cane and welcome escaping from the crowd.
learning of the instrument’s Inside there are three small charming
historical significance.
rooms to sit ideal for some colder
nights near the wooden stove and enjoy
delicate flavors. On the backside of the
restaurant there is wonderful sea view of
the northwest side of the island. Hidden
and private but only a few minutes away
from the main marble walk way.
A new team with fresh ideas took over
the restaurant on 2017 continuing the
good work. Our vision is for the visitors
to feel welcome and at home receiving
experienced, attentive and friendly
treatment.

6, Markou Mpotsari, Oia, Santorini
Tel. +30 2286 071896
roka.gr
48 . KANA V A JOURNEY