The Museum of Ancient Greek Technology Kostas Kotsanas studies, highlights and presents to the Greek and foreign visitors the technology of ancient Greeks, an extremely important but relatively unknown aspect of the ancient Greek culture. In a Venetian building, the Palazzo d’ Ittar at 18 Epimenidou Street in the center of Heraklion, within a total […]
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On the road to Profitis Ilias-Kyparissi, at an altitude of 390 meters, you will find the village of Galeni which is rich in viticultural and olive products, such as grapes, raisins, wines, oil and olives. Take a walk in the small alleys of the village and then enjoy a treat in the quaint cafe. Do
Drive to the small and beautiful village of Kalou. Walk in the picturesque alleys, admire the simple architecture of the “Cretan farmhouse” and visit the beautiful square of St. George church, celebrating on 23 April. Meet Mrs. Agapi, watch her weave up close on the traditional loom and admire her craft and creations. Enjoy the
Drive to the village of Roukani built at the foot of the hill “Parathyri” at an altitude of 410 m. Visit the Byzantine church of St. Ioannis Rigologos, which adorns the village, see old wine presses, cool off in fountains and get to know local hospitalityin one of the village cafes. If you are in
Go up to the village of Kyparissi with the wonderful view to Profitis Ilias and the green plain. Navigate its alleys and let your imagination travel to the past. Relax in the village tavern and try traditional dishes, such as ofto lamb, french fries or boiled meat with rice accompanied by good wine directly from
Visit Profitis Ilias, built at the foot of the Rokka hill, a village chosen for the reconstruction of the “capital” of Crete after the Byzantine reconquest of the island in 961. Climb to the fortress, Kanli Kastelli (Bloody Fortress), named after the bloodshed of the Turks in the area by the Venetian Cretans (1647). Take
Browse the stone paved alleys of the village, smell the blooming flowers in the courtyards of the houses, see the well from which the inhabitants used to draw water, and go up to the church of Zoodochos Pigi with the wonderful view or the restored building of the old primary school, where the monument of
Discover Avgeniki and live unique experiences! The settlement got its name during the Venetian occupation (1204-1669), and comes from the word “Eugeniki” which means in Greek “noble”, as the nobility used to reside there. Take a tour of the picturesque alleys of the village, where you will find traditional houses and historic churches with Byzantine
Visit the village, which used to be a Venetian resort in the past, explore the alleyways, the central square, and the traditional neighborhoods and admire the imposing Venetian mansions. Travel through time and history via Minoan presses, Byzantine churches and factories, each with its own story to tell. Follow the route to the gorge of
Browse the narrow alleys, smell the blooming flowers in the courtyards of the houses and admire tasteful buildings of great architectural interest, such as the Byzantine church of St. Paraskevi. Relax for a while in the nearby park and listen to the sounds of nature. Cool off in one of the stone fountains of the
