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Ano Asites, Heraklion
Located at 480 meters on the eastern slopes of Mount Ida (Psiloritis) in Crete. The area's history is marked by a necropolis at Siderospilia with tombs from the Minoan to Roman periods and the remains of the ancient city of Rizinia. Mentioned in the 1583 Venetian census, it later became a haven for WWII resistance fighters like Manolis Bandouvas. The village is near the gorges of Agios Antonios and Agios Charalambos and is a starting point for the E4 walking path. It has a folk museum and celebrates its patron saint, Agios Ioannis, on August 29th.
Elia, Chersonissos
Elia is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Chersonissos
Gonies, Chersonissos
Gonies is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Chersonissos.
Makrygianni, Mylopotamos
Makrygianni is a settlement located in the Rethymno regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Mylopotamos.
Kainourgio Chorio, Chersonissos
Kainourgio Chorio, a historic village in Crete, boasts a rich history dating back to the Second Byzantine period. Despite its name, meaning "New Village," it has a long and storied past evident in its well-preserved landmarks. The village, located in the Municipality of Hersonissos, is nestled at an altitude of 220 meters. Kainourgio Chorio is home to the Foscolo Tower, a Venetian-era fortified residence that later underwent modifications during the Ottoman occupation. The village also houses the Church of Panagia and Agia Paraskevi, adorned with surviving fragments of frescoes from the Venetian period. The Venetian wine presses, some of the largest in Crete, stand as a testament to the region's historical wine production. The Wine Museum, donated by Ioannis Papadakis, offers a glimpse into the region's winemaking heritage, showcasing preserved wine production facilities and a collection of wines.
Venerato, Heraklion
Venerato, a village in Crete's Heraklion region, 19.8 km from Heraklion city, bears Venetian origins, likely a noble retreat. Historical records from 1583 note its size. It is a thriving agricultural community with modern amenities like schools and a medical center. Notable figures, including Patriarch Nectarios of Jerusalem, were born here. Once a larger settlement, its population was 593 in 1583 and 836 in 2011. The village's name derives from the Italian "venerato," meaning "respected."
Protoria, Archanes – Asterousia
Protoria is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Archanes - Asterousia and is 16.4 kilometers away from the town Arkalochori and 3.6 kilometers away from Pyrgos
Lagolio, Phaistos
Lagolio is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Phaistos and is 4.4 kilometers away from the town Tympaki and 9.7 kilometers away from Moires
Genna, Amari
Genna, in Crete's Amari Municipality, features a rich history from Minoan to Venetian eras. The village houses a Late Minoan III chamber tomb and a Hellenistic-Roman cemetery, linking it to ancient Sybrita. Historical records note Venetian and Ottoman presence, with documented population changes. The area, known for its fertility, includes 14th-century churches with Byzantine frescoes, such as Saint Onoufrios and Saint Stephen. An ancient olive tree, over 2000 years old, stands nearby, reflecting the village's agricultural heritage. The village also has a spring with potable water and a shaded area.
Avrakontes, Lasithi plateau
Avrakontes is a settlement located in the Lasithi regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Lasithi plateau
Prinias, Gortyna
Prinias is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Gortyna
Georgioupoli, Apokoronas
A seaside tourist resort in the Apokoronas region of Chania, Crete, located 40 kilometers from Chania and 20 from Rethymno. The village sits on a plain at the estuaries of the Almyros and Perastikos rivers, with the former creating a notable lake biotope. Historically the site of the Roman city of Amphimalla, with evidence of Minoan habitation, the area also saw Venetian and Ottoman fortifications. Originally called Almyroupoli, it was renamed for Prince George. Today it is known for its long sandy beach, a central square with eucalyptus trees, a small harbor, and the iconic whitewashed chapel of Agios Nikolaos at the end of a long sea pier.
Kalavros, Siteia
Kalavros is a settlement located in the Lasithi regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Siteia and is 12.6 kilometers away from the […]
Antiskari, Phaistos
Antiskari is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Phaistos
Roukani, Heraklion
Roukani is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Heraklion and is 12.4 kilometers away from the town Krousonas and 4.4 kilometers away from Profitis Ilias
Charakas, Archanes – Asterousia
Charakas is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Archanes - Asterousia
Sokaras, Gortyna
Sokaras is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Gortyna
Ligortynos, Archanes – Asterousia
Ligortynos is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Archanes - Asterousia
Plakiotissa, Archanes – Asterousia
Plakiotissa is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Archanes - Asterousia
Kato Krya, Siteia
Kato Krya is a settlement located in the Lasithi regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Siteia and is 12.6 kilometers away from the town Siteia and 5.6 kilometers away from Lithines