Rhodes Churches - The Panagia Kremasti Monastery in Rhodes, Greece, is a significant church named after the Virgin Mary. Situated in Kremasti and located on the coastal Rhodes-Diagoras airport road, this monastery is one of the largest on the island. The church celebrates its annual feast day on August 23rd, and during this time, thousands of pilgrims gather to attend Vespers and venerate the Mother of God. Throughout the year, the monastery of Panagia Kremasti attracts numerous visitors who come to experience its religious significance and beauty. At the church's balcony, visitors can witness the breathtaking landscapes of Elis, the forest of Folois, and the magnificent Erymanthou. For those who wish to explore more, the nearby monastery village of Lanthi or Lambeti, located only 8km away, offers stunning scenery. Currently, the monastery is home to 17 nuns, and it is led by Mother Superior Nun Nymfodora Drakopoulou.

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