First thing we heard when we exited the car was the cacophony of squawking and song from the collection of birds in the fenced compound .There were ducks and geese and cockerels within a landscaped enclosure, very friendly deer in a pasture whom appreciated handfuls...More

Visited on Saturday 7th Oct 2017. Mass baptism in progress, three bus loads of guests and a busy car park. We didn't get into the 'main' churchy bit as we didn't want to intrude on other families big day. Museum room with free Greek Delight...More

We went to see the animals in the zoo, not many of them but they are lovely to see for such a short drive out of town. The views are very nice. Unfortunately I can't comment on the monastery itself as my partner and I...More

The monastery is up on hill with amazing view. There is a lot parking place. Everyone were very kind. There is a small zoo with special kind of birds, chicken, deer... very nice garden, so clean. Very comfortable place, spiritual. Worth visiting whenever possible.

You must absolutely visit the Monasteri of Faneromeni as it is paradise. The monasteri itself is very well-preserved, very clean and the view is spectacular. It's very green, there's a wonderfull garden and a mini zoo.It's a must.

This monastery is very peaceful, not that much to see but I am glad I got to see it. Nice views with a little zoo. The monastery is free but closed between 2 pm till 4 pm.

Really something special,they have their own zoo,many animals..Like paradise..Monastery was verry nice and the monks are verry hostable and kind..Must visit...

The monastery and grounds are beautiful with fantastic views. No admission costs and welcoming to visitors. Only downside is the 'dinner lady' cotton robes for the ladies to cover shoulders and knees lol!

Worth to go for visit to this Monastery! You can talk to cypriot Symeon about monastery history very nice icons to see and make photo! Also zoo outside from monastery worth to see it

An important religious center and historic site for the island; consisting of a Greek Orthodox Church, monastery garden, museum (with rare Byzantine icons/old holy manuscripts) and a small zoo! The Monastery is located above Lefkada town, easy to find and access/park en-route to Agios Nikita...More