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This monastery stored the most valuable icon - the Virgin of Cardiotissa. They say that she healed the suffering and generally experienced many adventures. The monastery is located near the village of Kera, surrounded by mountains. It was built in the 13th century. The famous icon was painted in the 7th century by Saint Lazarus. According to tradition, she treated the infirm and sick, especially helping childless women.

On a car in Crete + arriving at the monastery

Three times the icon was stolen by the Turks, taken to Constantinople, but she constantly returned to Crete. Even the chains with which the icon was riveted to the marble column did not help.

Today there is an exact copy of that icon in the church. Unfortunately, the original was stolen by a wine merchant and taken to Italy. The copy was written in the 18th century. It seems that it is also difficult, it can feel the power.

Kera Cardiotissa monastery is a quiet, peaceful place. Several nuns and abbess live here. The monastery can accommodate up to 25 people. You will be provided with accommodation and food for a while.

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Monastery of Kera Kardiotissa
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Bells of the monastery of Kera Kardiotissa
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