Siderospilia near Roufas
Roman-era burial site in Crete with three chambers, featuring burial niches and a possible sanctuary. Local lore links it to blacksmiths and ghostly apparitions.
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The Koules of Koxare
Ottoman-era Koules in Koxare, Crete, near Kourtaliotiko Gorge. Built in 1866-1869 to control passage between Messara Plain and Sfakia. Partially destroyed in 1896, now a historical landmark.
Tholoi Fortress near Alagni
16th-17th century hilltop fortress with Venetian and Ottoman history, near Alagni, Crete. Ruins show original size, with nearby church.
Sata, Amari
Sata is a settlement located in the Rethymno regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Amari
The Palm Forest of Agios Nikitas
The palm forest of Agios Nikitas in Crete is the only place on the island where the Cretan palm grows at a distance from the sea.
Mardati, Agios Nikolaos
Mardati is a settlement located in the Lasithi regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Agios Nikolaos
Voulismeni, Agios Nikolaos
Voulismeni is a settlement located in the Lasithi regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Agios Nikolaos
Vrachasi, Agios Nikolaos
Vrachasi is a settlement located in the Lasithi regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Agios Nikolaos
Dreros, ancient city
Ancient Greek city dating to the 8th century BC, featuring the sanctuary of Apollo Delphinios with bronze statuettes and an agora with a large cistern.
Saint Andrew Bastion and Gate
Agios Andreas Bastion, a crucial defensive point in the Venetian walls of Heraklion, witnessed the fall of Candia to the Ottomans. It's open to the public.