Holy Church of Afentis Christos in Yiouchtas

A destination cherished not only by the faithful but also by nature enthusiasts!

At the summit of Yiouchtas, commonly referred to as Crete's sacred mountain, perched on the cliff's edge, stands the Holy Church of Afentis Christos.

This four-martyr church is dedicated to the Transfiguration of Christ (celebrated on 6^th August), Agia Zoni (celebrated on 31^st August), the Holy Apostles (celebrated on 30^th June), and the Saints Anargyri (celebrated on 1^st July).

Founded in 1443, the church is the surviving remnant of a monastery that thrived during the Venetian rule. The monastery attracted numerous visitors in search of the tomb of Zeus.

A grand festival occurs annually on 6^th August.

Info: OrthodoxCrete

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