Lefkada Monastery οf Faneromeni
Lefkada Monastery οf Faneromeni
Lefkada Monastery οf Faneromeni
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BgDrewsen
Viby, Denmark56 contributions
Jun 2024 • Friends
There was a lot of noise from tradesmen who had to work on site virtually everywhere, and tradesmen can make noise. It should have been announced that the monastery was closed. When we got to the place there was a nun who was very hysterical about clothing. One of the participants was wearing shorts that reached the middle of the knee, but they were missing about 2 cm in length so there was no access. Another was wearing mini shorts and could easily enter.
The participant could then take some more or less dirty cover dress which really seemed to have seen better days.
We looked after the animals and if it was reasonable animal husbandry according to current rules and guidelines, I simply say, what a shame it is for the animals. In my opinion, there should be no animal husbandry in this place.
I cannot recommend this place and cannot understand that up to 2 hours can be spent here.
The participant could then take some more or less dirty cover dress which really seemed to have seen better days.
We looked after the animals and if it was reasonable animal husbandry according to current rules and guidelines, I simply say, what a shame it is for the animals. In my opinion, there should be no animal husbandry in this place.
I cannot recommend this place and cannot understand that up to 2 hours can be spent here.
Written June 6, 2024
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Cringer
13 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Kids enjoyed the stray cats. Zoo is a waste of time with animals you can see anywhere. If you like churchy stuff you will probably like the church. Free Turkish delight was the highlight.
Written August 17, 2023
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flexible
Cornwall, UK389 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Free entry but donation boxes spread around. Very peaceful and nice to quietly enjoy the views. Ladies must use one of the robes provided upon entry. It is a lovely place but not sure why they have the animals there, especially the deers outside in the blazing sun, we didn't like seeing that and not much room for them to move around.
Written July 23, 2023
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David O
Geneva, Switzerland4,998 contributions
Jul 2024 • Solo
It is a beautiful monastery located on the heights of the city of Lefkada. Inside there is a very beautiful garden and also a very beautiful chapel. A very photogenic place. The interior of the chapel remains a very serene place. Nice place. A monastery open in the morning and at the end of the day. Outside there is a beautiful garden with a beautiful view of the Lefkada plain. However, further down the road there is the zoo. Well, this is a small animal zoo. For those who do not like this kind of mini zoo, one can remove one or even two stars. But hey, they're small animals. Apart from the deer, the poor guy, they should let him go to the mountains. Otherwise, it is a beautiful place in peace and serenity.
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Written September 19, 2024
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SydneyPerla
Sydney660 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
We visited the monastery on our way back to Lefkada City.
It is a very tranquil place, sweltering in the hot sun (we had 40 degrees).
I am not sure what people mean by the little zoo. We must have missed that (but maybe for the better).
There was a church which was really nice and a little souvenir shop where the nuns and monks (?) sell their self made honey, some iconic pictures and other things.
Be aware that you a) should be dressed appropriately and b) cannot enter the monastery between 2 and 4 pm as it is closed then.
It is a very tranquil place, sweltering in the hot sun (we had 40 degrees).
I am not sure what people mean by the little zoo. We must have missed that (but maybe for the better).
There was a church which was really nice and a little souvenir shop where the nuns and monks (?) sell their self made honey, some iconic pictures and other things.
Be aware that you a) should be dressed appropriately and b) cannot enter the monastery between 2 and 4 pm as it is closed then.
Written July 25, 2023
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Donnoula
Alexandroupoli, Greece57 contributions
Sep 2024 • Couples
We were turning from the west side of the island towards our accommodation and my husband while the GPS pointed straight suddenly without knowing anything turned left because he said he was confused. And after a few meters we found ourselves in front of the monastery. I've never seen more beautiful and well-kept. I went crazy with the room that had sofas with handmade blankets. Great church with very friendly people. I felt like Our Lady pulled us. I highly recommend it.
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Written September 9, 2024
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The Button.
Rotterdam, The Netherlands614 contributions
Sep 2024 • Couples
Also on vacation, soaking up local culture is good for the balance of your vacation. So one Sunday I joined this beautiful monastery. Coincidentally, a "Communion" was also underway at that time. Moved us neatly in between. The Klosster complex looks really nice. Still inhabited by a number of monks. Nice buildings. Beautiful landscaped garden. Is also outside this complex a kind of small petting zoo.
But back inside the monastery complex, all looks impressive.
Just take a moment in church, to relax on a pew. And absorb all the rituals and customs.
And make sure you wear appropriate clothing. Respect the Greek Orthodox customs.
But back inside the monastery complex, all looks impressive.
Just take a moment in church, to relax on a pew. And absorb all the rituals and customs.
And make sure you wear appropriate clothing. Respect the Greek Orthodox customs.
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Written October 1, 2024
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Glenn M
63 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
A very nice monastery where the fathers in black clothing are still fully active. Very friendly welcome. You can walk around everywhere and even have a whole museum. Definitely worth it. In the garden they also have some Bambis and birds.
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Written August 24, 2024
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Paulien Speksnijder
Nieuwegein, The Netherlands10 contributions
Sep 2024 • Family
Beautiful, well maintained monastery that is still in operation. Small museum with old pieces and a petting zoo, this was more past glory. Also nice view over Lefkada town and the lagoon.
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Written September 6, 2024
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john p
Greater London, UK6 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
Highly recommend visiting this monastery , it is not like Meteora or Athos , however it has its unique church signature..
Written May 20, 2019
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Καλημέρα σας δυστυχώς δεν γνωρίζω τις ώρες.Καλεστε στο παρακάτω τηλέφωνο να σας πουν.2645021105.Σας ευχαριστω.
Written August 15, 2019
Afgelopen mei bezocht ik het prachtige klooster. Op de muur/ achterzijde vh klooster ( kant van het uitzicht naar zee) staat een symbool in de muur met twee spiraalvormen . Ik zou graag de betekenis daarvan willen weten ?
Written June 6, 2019
Is there mass and is so what are the mass times?
Written June 2, 2018
Is there mass and is so what are the mass times?
Written June 2, 2018
Maria A
Xanthi, Greece
Καλημέρα σας! Ποιες είναι οι ώρες και μέρες λειτουργίας της Μονής?
Σας ευχαριστώ!!!
Written May 17, 2018
Εγώ την επισκέφθηκα σε πρωινη ωρα ….δεν γνωρίζω αν είναι ολη την μερα ανοιχτά...όμως του καλοκαιρινούς μήνες οι μονες συνήθως είναι ανοικτές μέχρι την δυση του ηλιου….
Written June 16, 2018
Hi, does everyone know the visit schedule ? I will arrive there in the evening, and i want to know if I can visit the Monastery.
Written March 19, 2017
Hi, the church js closed everyday between 2-4 pm, the nautical museum is opened Mon-Sat 9-13 and 18-20.
Written September 26, 2018
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