I really liked seeing the artwork here but there was no information on what you were looking at. I know a few of the 'well-known' bible stories but still felt I couldn't really appreciate what I was looking at.
A short ride on our scooter from Agios Nikolaos, just before you reach Kritsa. This old church is worth a visit to view the frescos inside (no photography allowed). 3 Euro entrance fee.
We visited this amazing chapel in the afternoon. The frescos are from the 13th and 14th century and are in very good condition. Both my wife and I felt a spiritual calm from the chapel and it was well worth the visit
We were awed by the quality of the magnificent frescoes in this quaint Byzantine country church. Only €3 to enter. No flash photography and obviously no touching. If you are in the are this is a must visit.
After visiting some archaeological sites in the august heat, we wanted to get away from the crowds and see a church or monastery - what a wonderful choice! It was almost empty when we were there, and the frescos (many in tribute to Saint Anna, mother of the Virgin Mary) were so beautiful and it was a very peaceful and calm way to pass an hour. It is very easy to get to from Agios Nikolous and surrounding resorts -- one tour bus arrived as we were leaving but otherwise we had the place very happily to ourselves. Also enjoyed a lunch at the taverna paradiso across the road - a real highlight of our trip to Crete.
A beautiful church both inside and out. Lovely setting too. Well worth the journey. lovely nins and a small shop selling icons and cards as well as the book about the place.
A byzantine church dated since the 13th century full of frescos. The church, which is located 1km before Kritsa is a place that you really have to visit during your visit in crete.
We visited in late November and had no problem with crowds. We had the place to ourselves! The guide opened up the Church for us and pointed out the highlights of the paintings. Some of the frescoes had been over-restored but they are still very impressive. That they have survived for so long is amazing.There is a sign prohibiting flash photography but our guide took this to mean no photography at all. Disappointing.
It is well worth the trouble to visit this tiny old church - it wont take you long, but some of the very old icons and the general structure give it a real sense of it's age. Kids will love the icon with skeletond on!
This unassuming building houses wonderful frescoes that evoke a time long gone that one feels a little close to.