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Agies Paraskies, Archanes – Asterousia
Agies Paraskies is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Archanes - Asterousia
Inia, Gortyna
Inia is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Gortyna
Apoini, Gortyna
Apoini is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Gortyna
Melidochori, Archanes – Asterousia
Melidochori is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Archanes - Asterousia
Kastelli (Tsifout Kastelli), Gortyna
Kastelli, also known as Tsifout Kastelli (Jewish Castle), is a village in Ano Akria, Heraklion, Crete. It is 7 km north of Asimi and 44 km from Heraklion, at an altitude of 448 meters. The village, historically linked to the 13th-century Castel Bonifacio, is mentioned in documents from 1375 and 1583. Residents mainly engage in olive cultivation and livestock farming. Points of interest include the ruins of Castel Bonifacio and the Church of Constantine and Helen, which celebrates its feast day on May 21st. The village has seen a steady population with recorded numbers from 1881, 1900, 1928, 1981, 1991, 2001, 2011, and 2021.
Metaxochori, Archanes – Asterousia
Metaxochori is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Archanes - Asterousia
Larani, Gortyna
A village in the Gortyna municipality, 37.5 kilometers from Heraklion, at an altitude of 440 meters. Its history is documented from the Venetian period, first mentioned in 1301, when it consisted of two settlements, 'Laragni Catto' and 'Laragni Apano'. During Ottoman rule, it was a predominantly Turkish village. The local economy relies on agriculture, mainly producing raisins, oil, and fodder crops. Religious sites include the churches of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, Agia Triada, Agia Paraskevi, and Agios Nikolaos.
Moires, Phaistos
Moires is a modern town located in the fertile Messara plain of Crete, approximately 38 kilometers southwest of Heraklion. The town has a rich history, potentially dating back to the Venetian era, and has experienced significant growth over the centuries. Moires is a bustling hub of activity, known for its agricultural production, particularly olive oil and wine, and its vibrant Saturday market, the largest in Crete. The town also serves as an administrative center and offers a range of amenities, including schools, banks, and a health center. Its strategic location provides easy access to key attractions such as the Minoan palaces of Phaistos and Agia Triada, the Roman ruins of Gortyna, and the coastal areas of Matala.
Agia Varvara, Gortyna
Agia Varvara is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Gortyna
Malia, Chersonissos
Malia is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Chersonissos
Kastelli, Minoa – Pediada
Kastelli, Crete, a town in the Minoa Pediada municipality, boasts a rich history dating back to prehistoric times. Located 37km southeast of Heraklion, it's known for its Venetian castle ruins, Byzantine churches like Afendi Christos, and a WWII-era airport. The town is an administrative center with services like a health center and schools. Cultural events, including the "Giorti tou Xenitemenou," highlight local traditions. Nearby villages include Diavaide and Lagos. Kastelli was mentioned in the 1583 census with 543 inhabitants and has a current population of around 1260.
Tylissos, Malevizi
Tylisos is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Malevizi.
Asimi, Gortyna
Asimi is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Gortyna
Choudetsi, Archanes – Asterousia
Choudetsi is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Archanes - Asterousia
Stoloi, Gortyna
Stoloi is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Gortyna
Damania, Archanes – Asterousia
Damania is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Archanes - Asterousia
Psari Forada, Viannos
A coastal village in the Viannos area of Heraklion, 89 km southeast of the city, located on the supposed site of ancient Sidonia. Its name, meaning "Grey Mare," is tied to a legend of the Byzantine general Theophilos. The settlement features the long Sidonia beach, characterized by dark grey sand and deep, clear waters, stretching from Cape Theofilos to Cape Sentona. The area's warm climate supports agriculture, including olives and bananas.
Fodele, Malevizi
Fodele is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Malevizi