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Chania Inaugurates New Church Dedicated to Saint Paisios

Saturday, 11 July 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

A new Orthodox church dedicated to Saint Paisios the Athonite was inaugurated in the Agrokipio neighborhood of Chania, western Crete. The ceremony drew a large gathering of faithful and local clergy, marking a significant moment for the Chania religious community. Saint Paisios, a revered 20th-century monk from Mount Athos, was canonized in 2015 and remains one of the most beloved saints in the Greek Orthodox tradition. Visitors to Chania interested in local religious culture and architecture can add this new church to their itinerary. Agrokipio is a residential district on the outskirts of Chania city, accessible by car or local bus. Orthodox churches in Crete are generally open to respectful visitors outside of service hours; modest dress covering shoulders and knees is expected.

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