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Monastery Garden of Gouverneto Monastery

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Monastery Garden of Gouverneto Monastery

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Monastery Garden of Gouverneto Monastery

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September 28, 2023

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You also have to pay an entrance fee, even if you just want to go to the sea. The upper and lower monastery belong together and are largely cordoned off.

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Laura

October 18, 2023

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The Gouverneto Monastery is lovingly cared for by the monks who live there. Compared to Agia Triada, it is not quite as spruced up, but it is also worth a visit. In season you can visit it from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The monastery is closed to visitors on Wednesdays and Fridays. For more detailed information about opening times, see the photographed board.

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December 31, 2025

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To enter the monastery, you must wear long trousers. Dogs are also prohibited on the grounds. Alternatively, you can walk along the fence to the left of the gate. Keep to the fence. This way you can bypass the grounds, go under the monastery, and continue to the ruins.

You also have a good view of the monastery from the fence.

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