Collection of Agia Aikaterini of Sinai, Orthodox religious museum in Heraklion, Greece
The Collection of Agia Aikaterini exhibits Byzantine icons, ecclesiastical books, manuscripts, and wooden sculptures within a former 13th-century monastery complex in central Heraklion.
Originally constructed between the 13th and 14th centuries as a Venetian monastery, the building underwent Renaissance renovations in 1576 before becoming a mosque during Ottoman rule.
The monastery functioned as a school during Venetian times, educating important religious figures including Ioannis Morezenos and Kyrillos Loukaris who later became patriarchs.
Located at Saint Catherine Square, the museum opens daily from 09:30 to 19:30 during summer months, with Sunday hours starting at 10:00, charging an entrance fee of 4 euros.
The museum contains an extensive collection of works by Michael Damaskenos, displaying Orthodox religious art through icons depicting Christ Pantocrator and Virgin Hodegetria.
Location: Heraklion Municipality
Website: http://iakm.gr/agia/Page?name=index&lang=en
GPS coordinates: 35.33814,25.13131
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:03
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