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The Profitis Elias Monastery, situated on a hill with sweeping views 20km south of Rethymno and adjacent to Roustika village, is a relatively lesser-known monastery in Crete. Founded during the Venetian Era, it is among the island’s most historic convents.
Throughout its history, the monastery was repeatedly destroyed by the Ottomans, with the last instance occurring during the 1866 revolution. The monastery played an active role in the resistance against Turkish rule. Consequently, the monastery’s buildings, aside from the temple, were constructed in their present form after 1866. Additionally, Profitis Ilias made a significant contribution to preserving Cretan history by housing the Historical Archive of Crete during the German Occupation.
The monastery features a fortress-like architectural design. At the center of the courtyard, visitors will find a three-aisled basilica with a dome dedicated to Prophet Elijah (celebrated on July 20), the Holy Trinity, and Agia Zoni (August 31). The belfry of the monastery, along with that of Arkadi Monastery, are the only surviving Venetian bell towers in Crete. Surrounding the courtyard are the two-story monks’ cells, an incomplete guest house, and the refectory.
Within the temple, visitors can admire the ancient wooden iconostasis, the throne (dated 1843), and the pulpit. Additionally, numerous relics are housed in the sanctuary, including sacred vessels, vestments, gospels, crosses, relics of various saints, a brocade epitaph, old books (dating back to 1640), and manuscripts (from 1620).
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Find below the list of hotels near Profitis Ilias Monastery at Roustika:
Boasting garden views, Roustika 4 Seasons offers accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 18 km from Archaeological Museum of Rethymno. This villa has a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking.
The villa has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with pool views. The air-conditioned villa also features a seating area, washing machine and 4 bathrooms with a hair dryer.
The villa offers a sun terrace. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Roustika 4 Seasons, while cycling and hiking can be enjoyed nearby.
Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 42 km from the accommodation, while Municipal Garden is 18 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 68 km from Roustika 4 Seasons.
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€121
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Set in Roústika in the Crete region, Vassili’s House has a patio. The accommodation is 19 km from the Archaeological Museum of Rethymno and features free WiFithroughout the property.
Leading onto a balcony with quiet street views, the air-conditioned holiday home consists of 1 bedroom. Offering a terrace with mountain views, this holiday home also has a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a toaster, as well as 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer.
Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 43 km from the holiday home, while Municipal Garden is 18 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 68 km from Vassili’s House.
Located 43 km from Museum of Ancient Eleftherna, 18 km from Municipal Garden and 18 km from Centre of Byzantine Art, 3 bedrooms house with enclosed garden and wifi at Ρούστικα offers accommodation situated in Roústika. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is set 19 km from Archaeological Museum of Rethymno.
Leading onto a balcony with garden views, the spacious air-conditioned holiday home consists of 3 bedrooms. There is a seating area and a kitchen equipped with a fridge.
Historical and Folklore Museum is 18 km from 3 bedrooms house with enclosed garden and wifi at Ρούστικα, while Venetian Fortress is 18 km away. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 68 km from the accommodation.
Boasting garden views, Patrico features accommodation with a balcony and a coffee machine, around 20 km from Archaeological Museum of Rethymno. This holiday home offers accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.
The holiday home features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views.
The holiday home offers a barbecue. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings and Patrico can arrange a car rental service.
Museum of Ancient Eleftherna is 44 km from the accommodation, while Municipal Garden is 19 km from the property. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 67 km from Patrico.
Immersed in unspoilt nature and surrounded by the traditional Venetian Villages, Villa Zeus offers accommodation in Kaloniktis. The property boasts an outdoor pool. Free WiFi is offered throughout.
Complimented with fully landscaped and architecturally designed outdoor areas, each unit at Villa Zeus comes with a cable flat-screen TV. There is also a fully equipped kitchen in every apartment. A stovetop and coffee machine are also available. Each unit is fitted with a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Bed linen is featured.
The ‘Taverna style’ eating and recreation area is equipped with BBQ facilities and is perfect for hosting large numbers of people for dining and socialising throughout the day and into the evening.
Lush grass areas surrounding the swimming pool together with amazing mountain and sea views, offer a picturesque setting for lazing around and soaking up the sun
Rethymno Town, boasting an array of shops and restaurants, is a 15-minute drive away.
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€119
/night
Ageri is a traditional villa surrounded by nature, situated in the entrance of the village of Argyroupoli in Rethymno, Crete. The beach is just a short drive away.
This property features traditional decoration, stone arches, fireplace and wrought-wooden beds. The villa features stone walls and a large garden with fruit trees.
The villa offers views of sunset by the swimming pool and relaxation moments at the veranda with mountain views of the area.
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