Thrypti, Ierapetra
A mountain village that features the Ha Gorge and a unique pine forest. It has a rich history dating back to Minoan and Byzantine eras
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Mesi, Viannos
Mesi, a small village in Kato Viannos, Crete, with a history tied to the Ottoman-era settlement of Pera Mesi.
Ancient Arkadia
Cretan city-state near Afrati, known for treaties, "ARKADON" coins, Minoan-influenced tombs, and evidence of Roman-era bathhouses.
The Settlement of Vitsilia
Abandoned medieval village with remnants of fortifications, houses, and a Venetian church. Once home to both villeins and free peasants.
Chersonissos, Herronissos (Ancient)
Ancient Cretan city that flourished under the Romans and Byzantine era. Known for its archaeological remains, including a theater and early Christian basilicas.
Vathy
Secluded beach at the end of a small gorge, 79km from Heraklion, near Cape Lithino, with a history as a pirate hideaway and monk hermitage.
Moni Odigitrias monastery
14th-century Greek Orthodox monastery in the Asterousia Mountains of Crete. It has a rich history tied to the Cretan resistance against the Ottomans.
Kalami, Viannos
Historically a haven, Kalami village, Crete, was built in the Venetian or Ottoman era. It was once a bustling center for the region.
Gerokampos Tholos Tomb
Early Minoan period tholos tomb (3100-1900 BCE) in southern Crete, near Lentas, with pottery, bones, jewelry, tools, figurines, and other artifacts.