Chrysoskalitissa Monastery

Golden Step

The monastery is located on the way to Elafonisi beach. According to legend, the Monastery's name comes from a golden step. Some say the golden step is still there, but only kind-hearted people are ab...

The monastery's artistic value is limited, but its location is outstanding

What is surprising for the traveler heading to this remote place - probably having the beaches of Elafonissi as the main destination - is the loneliness of the area, deserted except for rare settlemen...

A disappointing visit bereft of spiritual elements

If you are interested in the historical or spiritual aspects of the Orthodox Church in Crete, this site will not offer you anything much at all. There are no icons of much note, and the ‘museum’ and d...

Понравился монастырь

Великолепный вид с высоты Старый монастырь. Целая история Советуем посмотреть и сходить в музей Супер Спасибо

Старые очень иконы

Потрясающие иконы внутри монастыря . Очень старые . А самое главное это лестница по которой нужно подыматься и загадывать желание .