
The church of the Apezanon Monastery
The monastery of Agios Antonios or Apezanon is located on a plateau overlooking the Libyan Sea in southern Crete. The church of the monastery is a three-aisled basilica with the central aisle higher than the other two, dedicated to Saint Anthony, to the Transfiguration and to the Three Ierarhes. The church has a unique carved altar screen, interesting icons, and a bell tower. The monastery, resembling a fort like Toplou, was constructed during the Venetian rule. The Turks destroyed the monastery during their occupation. The rebuilt monastery is in a pleasant site and contains many valuable religious articles.
Photos of Apezanon Monastery in Moni Apezanon:

The fortress-like Apezanon Monastery

A decoration above the portal of Apezanon Monastery

Ancient remainders used in constructing the Apezanon Monastery

The belfry of Apezanon Monastery

The Apezanon Monastery in the Asterousia Mountains of Crete

The courtyard in the Apezanon Monastery

The church of the Apezanon Monastery
Visit the area of the sight: Apezanon Monastery
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