From the first years of the formation of Christianity, the island of Crete became the heartstone of orthodoxy

This is evidenced by hundreds of religious monuments scattered throughout the island. Even the most important liberation movements began in monasteries. Consequently, the religious traditions are very strong in all areas of the island, and the daily life of the Cretans is inextricably linked with it. The territory of Crete is its own archbishopric diocese, separate from the rest of Greece. Crete is a great place for pilgrimage and studying history, as thousands of churches and dozens of monasteries thrive here, which played an important role in establishing Christianity and fighting the invaders of the island. On the island of Crete you will get acquainted with shrines and saints, Orthodox traditions, with the patrons of the island –  Apostles Paul and Apostles Titus.