I am constantly amazed at how friendly and welcoming the Cretans are, given that for 5000 years people have been invading and slaughtering the locals (and each other). But Arkadi is now peaceful, with a beautiful church, and stunning views. If you go visit the ossuary, mind your head on the way out: I left a part of my skull... More

This is a must to see if you are in crete we took the yellow train to visit with children weve been a couple of times now and never tire of it the history of this place is so sad it has a small cafe with amazing views into the mountains children loved this

The landscape during the trip to the monastery is wonderful. The monastery is up on the hills 19 km from Rethymno. The architecture of the monastery is wonderful and its history dramatic, if you try to imagine.

The monastery of Arcadi is an important historical and religius monument of Greek history. In early November1866 the place was blown up by its defenders to avoid been cuptured by the Turkish forces. The manstery is situated in a serene and peacefull location it is well preserved and is worth a visit. You can go by buss or you can... More

After a scenic drive up from Rethymnon, this is an interesting place to visit. Allow 1-2 hours and take a guide book that explains the significance of each building. Several are very important to the history of Crete. Be early to avoid the crowds in peak months. Then drive south in the mountains and forget the beaches for a while.... More

Visiting the monastery will not take long, unless you are fortunate to have time and opportunity to visit with one of the two monks who live there. Buy a bracelet, which the monk will put on your arm. The setting is beautiful and the drive from Rethymno is easy and picturesque.

This is a must visit while you are on Crete. So much has gone on here sad stuff as well from the war, thatt area makes the hair on the back of your neck stand up. You just have to see the skulls as well

We found this by chance when looking for something else and we were thrilled by it. The location and the building are stunning.

You learn a lot about the local history. I loved the gardens and the colourful trees. The Monastery is very well preserved and it is worth being visited.