Ancient Elyros, situated on Crete's 'Kefala' hill near Rodovani, originated in the Early Iron Age and thrived until Late Antiquity. Named after the mythical son of Apollo, it became a major urban center in southwestern Crete during the Classical period, known for trade and weapon manufacturing. As a leading city in the Oreioi League (formed in the 3rd century BC for security and economic reasons, including Hyrtakina, Lissos, Poikilasio, Syia, and Tarra), Elyros maintained external connections before the league's likely dissolution before 183 BC, a period when it was at war with Kydonia. The Roman era marked a time of flourishing for Elyros, evidenced by the "Philosopher of Elyros" statue. The city featured fortification walls, an aqueduct, cisterns, and a theater. Elyros minted its own coins, indicating autonomy, with emblems similar to Hyrtakina's. Its territory included the port of Lissos, a key economic contributor and religious center with an Asklepieion, as well as the coastal cities of Syia and Poikilasio. Archaeological findings suggest communication with mainland Greece, North Africa, and Southern Italy. Notably, Elyros had a local workshop producing unique glass pyxides. A rural sanctuary dedicated to Poseidon was also found in the 'Tsiskiana' area, likely under Elyros's jurisdiction.

Azogyres is a settlement located in the Chania regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Kandanos - Selino

Epanochori is a settlement located in the Chania regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Kandanos - Selino

Hyrtakina, an ancient Cretan city, thrived in the Oreia region near the White Mountains. As a member of the League of the Oreioi, it played a role in regional security and economic development. The city's strategic location on 'Kastri' hill was fortified by double walls. Hyrtakina's autonomy is evident from its unique coinage, featuring a wild goat and a bee. Trade connections extended to mainland Greece, North Africa, and Southern Italy, as shown by archaeological finds. The city's peak was in the 4th century BC, coinciding with its coin minting. Hyrtakina's agreement with Cyrene for grain supply highlights its interaction with other Mediterranean cities. The city was abandoned in Roman times.

Kampanos is a settlement located in the Chania regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Kandanos - Selino

Kandanos is a settlement located in the Chania regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Kandanos - Selino

Koustogerako is a settlement located in the Chania regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Kandanos - Selino

Palaiochora is a settlement located in the Chania regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Kandanos - Selino

Rodovani is a settlement located in the Chania regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Kandanos - Selino

Sougia is a settlement located in the Chania regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Kandanos - Selino

Temenia is a settlement located in the Chania regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Kandanos - Selino