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Arkadi Monastery

National symbol of Cretan resistance. In 1866, defenders blew up the gunpowder magazine rather than surrender to the Ottomans. The 16th-century Renaissance church and museum tell this tragic story.

Practical Information

Prices verified: Jan 20, 2026

Entrance Fee

Adult
4 EUR~4.0 $
Senior
3 EUR~3.0 $

Free for Greek pilgrims. Museum included

Best Time to Visit

Morning or late afternoon for fewer crowds. November 8 is the anniversary commemoration day. Allow about 1 hour.

Official Website

Connectivity & Services

Wheelchair access
Partial
Audio guide
Not available
Staff assistance
Not available

Facilities & Services

restrooms
parking
gift shop
information

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Modest dress required - cover shoulders and knees. The dress code is not very strict but avoid shorts and sleeveless tops.

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Weather

Average temperature by month

Nowweather8°
87%55 м/с
Todayweather8°4°
Tomorrowweather7°5°
Friweather9°5°
Satweather9°4°
Sunweather11°6°
Monweather9°4°
Tueweather6°3°
15°
9°Jan
16°
9°Feb
17°
10°Mar
20°
12°Apr
24°
16°May
28°
20°Jun
29°
23°Jul
29°
23°Aug
27°
20°Sep
24°
18°Oct
20°
14°Nov
17°
11°Dec
Water temperature
16°
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18°

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