Agia Marina monastery near Chalepa Monastery

Summary About This Location

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Construction Period: The existing church dates to the 14th century, suggesting the monastery was established around that time or earlier.
Location: The monastery was located near Chalepa Monastery, in the Mylopotamos municipality of Crete, Greece.
Dimensions: The dimensions of the monastery complex are not known, but the remaining church is a single-aisled Byzantine structure.
Historical Significance: Agia Marina Monastery was a significant religious institution in the region, likely with close ties to the nearby Chalepa Monastery. Both monasteries were associated with the Kallergis family, a prominent Cretan clan. The monastery’s history reflects the challenges faced by religious institutions during the Ottoman occupation of Crete.
Current Status: The monastery was destroyed by the Ottomans in 1646 and was never rebuilt. Only the 14th-century church remains, bearing witness to the monastery’s past. The church’s facade features the Kallergis family coat of arms, a testament to their patronage.