Arkadi (Αρκάδι), Crete

Arkadi (Greek: Αρκάδι) is a small town on the north coast of Crete, Greece. It has a population of around 5,600 people (2012 estimate). It is best known for its monastery.

The Arkadi Monastery dates back to the 16th century. This Eastern Orthodox monastery played a central role in Cretan resistance against Ottoman rule in the 19th century. Over nine hundred people killed themselves in the monastery rather than surrender to the Ottomans.

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