A Peaceful Place Above the Sea

On Father's Day, we visited the 

Monastery of Panagia Pantanassa, 

meaning, (Most Holy Queen of All), 
near the village of Rogdia.

 It is a short, scenic drive from home, 
along Crete's beautiful northern coast.

 The monastery was founded in 1963 by Bishop
 Nikolaos Xenos, in dedication to the Birth of the Virgin.

 

It was designed to operate as a charitable foundation,
 with aspirations for an orphanage, a nursing home,
 a kindergarten, and a nursery, all on site.

Only the orphanage was realized, including

 workshops and educational facilities.

Nowadays, it is inhabited exclusively by nuns, who work 
hard to keep the grounds looking beautiful all year round.
 

The nunnery celebrates its 

name day on September 8th.

People come from all over, to take part

in the day's special ceremonies.


 
Today, Panagia Pantanassa is a holy retreat; 
a place where one can appreciate

the peace and tranquility of its surroundings, 
nestled between tall, protective pines,

 

and nourished by invigorating views of the sea. 


 
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