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Achentrias, Archanes – Asterousia
Achentrias is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Archanes - Asterousia
Myrtia, Archanes – Asterousia
Myrtia is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Archanes - Asterousia
Zakros, Siteia
Zakros, a village on Crete's east coast, was once an important Minoan settlement. The ruins of the Minoan palace are a popular tourist destination and an important archaeological site. The village is also known for the Gorge of the Dead, named for the numerous Minoan Age tombs found in the caves along its sides. The Water Museum houses artifacts and tools related to the history of water use in the area, and the Folklore Museum displays exhibits on the traditional way of life in the region. Kato Zakros has a beautiful beach, and the nearby beach of Xerokambos is also worth visiting. The area around Zakros offers opportunities for hiking and exploring the natural beauty of the region.
Agios Thomas, Gortyna
Agios Thomas is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Gortyna
Megali Vrysi, Gortyna
Megali Vrysi is a village and the seat of the namesake community in the Municipality of Gortyna in the Heraklion Regional Unit of Crete. It is built at an altitude […]
Armanogeia, Archanes – Asterousia
Armanogeia is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Archanes - Asterousia
Amourgelles, Minoa – Pediada
Amourgelles is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Minoa - Pediada
Katalagari, Archanes – Asterousia
Katalagari is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Archanes - Asterousia
Pigaidakia, Phaistos
Pigaidakia is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Phaistos
Melesses, Archanes – Asterousia
Melesses is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Archanes - Asterousia
Peza, Archanes – Asterousia
Peza is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Archanes - Asterousia
Astritsi, Archanes – Asterousia
Astritsi is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Archanes - Asterousia
Vasiliki, Gortyna
Vasiliki is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Gortyna
Lentas, Gortyna
Lentas is a small, tranquil village on Crete's south coast, in the Heraklion region. It is located 74 kilometers southwest of Heraklion city. In ancient times, Lentas was the site of Levin, a significant port and sacred site. Levin was a major center for the worship of Asclepius, the god of healing. The ruins of the Asclepieion, a temple dedicated to Asclepius, can still be seen today. Excavations have also revealed a Protominoan settlement dating back to 2500-1900 BC. The name "Lentas" is thought to be pre-Hellenic, possibly derived from the Phoenician word for "lion" or the ancient word "Levynthos." The village is known for its beautiful beaches, including Lentas beach, Dytikos, Tsigounas, Loutra, and Trafoulas. Dytikos beach is known for its relaxed atmosphere and association with the hippie movement.
Ravdoucha, Platanias
Ravdoucha is a settlement located in the Chania regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Platanias
Sitanos, Siteia
Sitanos, a village in Lasithi, Crete, sits at 620 meters altitude and is linked to ancient Itanos. The Exo Latsidi cave, one of Crete's largest, is nearby. Sitanos appears in Ottoman (1671) and Egyptian (1834) censuses. The village has an Ottoman fountain and the abandoned Zakathos settlement. Its population has fluctuated, from 168 in 1881 to 27 in 2021.
Ethia, Archanes – Asterousia
Ethia is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Archanes - Asterousia
Maleme, Platanias
Maleme is a settlement located in the Chania regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Platanias
Katsidoni, Siteia
Katsidoni (Κατσιδόνι), a mountain village in Sitia, Crete, boasts a rich history. Named after the Byzantine Katsidonis family, its history is documented in Venetian and Ottoman records. A peak sanctuary on Mount Prinias and local caves like Yeros Spilios highlight its historical significance. The village is part of the Sitia Geopark, offering hiking and cycling routes. Katsidoni's traditional architecture is now protected. The village has a cultural association and celebrates Afentis Christos in August. Its population has fluctuated over time, with current numbers around 68. A notable fountain provides year-round water.