Monastery of Saint George Epanosifi

The Monastery of Saint George Epanosifi is one of the most important monasteries in Crete. It is located on a green hill in the prefecture of Heraklion, about 30 km 1 from the city, on the road to Metaxochori Monofatsiou. It is believed to have been built during the last years of the Venetian occupation and gained great fame in the following years, making it one of the largest pilgrimages in Crete. The Monastery of Epanosifi is a place that combines history, faith and the beauty of nature. It is a place worth visiting to experience spirituality and admire the architecture and religious relics.

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