Ecclesiastical and Folklore Museum of Kalyviani

A haven of devotion, steeped in tradition and culture

The Holy Monastery of Kalyviani hosts an ecclesiastical and folklore museum.

Among other attractions, there are workshops showcasing Cretan folk art.

As per the Region of Crete, the ecclesiastical collection of the museum comprises portable icons from the 18^th and 19^th centuries, hierarchical vestments, gospels, 19^th-century manuscripts, wood-carved objects, and an invaluable wood-carved iconostasis from the 18^th century. Additionally, the museum houses a folklore section exhibiting items from popular culture and economy, including agricultural tools and utensils.

Telephone: 28920 22151

Opening times: 09:00-16:00

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