The 16th Minoan Route: A Mythical Journey
Lyttos ancient city CreteOn Sunday, September 28, 2025, the Municipalities of Minoa Pediada, Lassithi Plateau, and Hersonissos are jointly organizing the 16th Minoan Route, an event that revives a legendary journey from Cretan history. This walking route follows the mythical path that King Minos was said to have taken every nine years to the Dikteon Cave. There, he […]
9th Festos Run: A Journey Through History and Landscape
Kamilari KamilariThe 9th Festos Run on September 27-28, 2025, combines sport with the cultural landscape of southern Crete. Organized by the Cultural Associations of Kalamaki, Kamilari, and Agios Ioannis, the event features routes from the Phaistos archaeological site to Kalamaki. The main 8km race starts at Phaistos, passing through Agios Ioannis and Kamilari. A 4km run/hike begins in Kamilari, and a 1km children's race is held in Kalamaki. A portion of proceeds supports the "TO MELLON" association.