
Holy Trinity Tzagaróli Monastery
Holy Trinity Tzagaróli Monastery
Crete, Greece
Active Byzantine monastery built in the 17th century also housing a museum of rare religious works.
Last updated: February 11, 2026
Overview
Active Byzantine monastery built in the 17th century also housing a museum of rare religious works.
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Visitor Reviews
**★★★★★ Britta Schwab — a month ago
Holy Trinity Tzagaroli Monastery is absolutely beautiful and one of the most peaceful places I visited in Crete. The grounds are stunning and immaculately kept, with plenty of benches where you can sit, relax, and take in the surroundings. It’s a perfect spot to enjoy a quiet picnic and slow down for a while. The monastery shop is wonderful—they sell their own wine, olive oil, and honey, along with postcards and small souvenirs. Parking is ample and completely free, which makes visiting easy and















