Agia Marina of Voni monastery
The female monastery of Agia Marina is 500 meters from the Voni village, in a large valley of many vineyards. A large number of people visits the monastery every…
Agarathos
Location 23 km from Heraklion Altitude 380m Attractions Double-aisled church dedicated to the Dormition of the Virgin Mary and Saint Minas History One…
Heraklion Monasteries
Savvathiana Monastery
Location Near Rogdia, 20 km from Heraklion History Founded during the Venetian period, a possible refuge for monks from coastal monasteries Architectural…
Heraklion Monasteries
Agios Antonios Monastery
Location Exit of Arvi Gorge, 90 km from Heraklion History Built on the ruins of the temple of Arvios Zeus Religious significance Two churches dedicated…
Heraklion Monasteries
Agia Eirini
Just a few kilometers north of Heraklion, only 8 km from the city center, lies the picturesque area of Agia Irini, a green haven of peace, perfect for a quick escape…
Heraklion Forest Monasteries Towns and villages
Kaliviani monastery
Location 60 km on the Heraklion-Tympaki road Altitude 80 m. Central Church A three-aisled church dedicated to the Nativity, Annunciation, and Dormition…
