Arkadi Monastery

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Established by the monk Arkadios, it is situated on a small, fertile, and lush plateau strategically positioned on the north-western slope of Mt Ida. It overlooks a gorge that links the provinces of Rethymno, Mylopotamos, and Amari.

It is situated 23 kilometres away from the city of Rethymno, and it took on its first complete fortress structure during the concluding era of Venetian rule.

During the Turkish occupation the monastery was also called Çanli Manastir.

Arkadi stands as the most historic monastery in Crete, destined to become the holiest symbol of the Cretan struggle for freedom. This significance is rooted in the tragic Holocaust of 1866, which unfolded on its grounds. The pivotal event involved the detonation of the wine warehouse where the revolutionaries stored gunpowder.

This paved the way for the island's liberation in 1898, and UNESCO has officially designated Arkadi Monastery as a European Monument of Freedom.

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Necropolis of Armeni

The layout of the cemetery seems to have been carefully pre-planned. All the tombs are rock-chiselled chamber tombs with a “dromos”, with the exception of the built “tholos tomb” no. 200.

In 1969, two pupils gave the Archaeological Museum of Rethymnon two vases they had found at a site called Prinokephalo, in the community of Armenoi. Investigation of the area proved the existence of an extensive Late Minoan cemetery. Since then, the site has been systematically excavated, and more than 220 tombs have been brought to light.

Accessible for people with special needs: NO

Telephone: +30 28210 44418

Fax: +30 28210 94487

Email: protocol@keepka.culture.gr

Operation Hours: 08:00 -15:00

Source: Region of Crete

The layout of the cemetery seems to have been carefully pre-planned. All the tombs are rock-chiselled chamber tombs with a “dromos”, with the exception of the built “tholos tomb” no. 200.

Accessible for people with special needs: NO

Telephone: +30 28210 44418

Fax: +30 28210 94487

Email: protocol@keepka.culture.gr

Operation Hours: 08:00 -15:00

Source: Region of Crete

Rethymno

Hellenistic Bridge in Eleftherna: A Monument in One of Crete's Most Historic Sites!

Within the ancient site of Eleftherna, renowned for its historical significance, lies a plethora of important monuments. Among them stands the impressive Hellenistic bridge, sure to captivate any visitor.

According to the Ministry of Culture, the bridge is situated in the Lagas area, adjacent to the northwest of the Alfa community. It is easily found shortly after the convergence of three streams: Faragitis, the stream of Chalopota, and Nisi. The bridge lies in the southernmost part of the largest stream, flowing between Laga and Alfa.

Partially carved into the natural rock and partially constructed directly on top of the ground, the bridge stands as an impressively well-preserved structure featuring a pointed arch.

It dates back to the 2^nd century BC.

Info: Wikimedia Commons

Partially carved into the natural rock and partially constructed directly on top of the ground, the bridge stands as an impressively well-preserved structure featuring a pointed arch.

It dates back to the 2^nd century BC.

Info: Wikimedia Commons

Rethymno

Museum of the Holy Monastery of Arkadi

The museum of the Holy Monastery of Arkadi preserves numerous ancient relics that have withstood the ravages of time and the perils of conquests by deceitful besiegers.

Since 2016, when the Monastery marked the 150th anniversary of the Holocaust of 1866, a dedicated storage area for artworks pertaining to the Monastery has been established.

Information: +30 28310 83136

You can book your ticket online HERE

Photos: Wikipedia

Info: Holy Monastery of Arkadi

The museum of the Holy Monastery of Arkadi preserves numerous ancient relics that have withstood the ravages of time and the perils of conquests by deceitful besiegers.

Since 2016, when the Monastery marked the 150th anniversary of the Holocaust of 1866, a dedicated storage area for artworks pertaining to the Monastery has been established.

Information: +30 28310 83136

You can book your ticket online HERE

Photos: Wikipedia

Info: Holy Monastery of Arkadi

Rethymno

Bust of Nikolaos Askoutsis

In the heart of Rethymno lies the Municipal Garden, a haven not just for relaxation but also for delving into history.

Among its serene pathways and lush greenery, you'll encounter tributes to notable figures from Rethymno's past.

One such tribute is dedicated to Nikolaos Askoutsis (1892 - 1955), a prominent Greek lawyer and politician. Serving as prefect, Member of Parliament, and minister, his legacy is immortalised in the garden's tranquil surroundings.

Photo: strider944 Via Vista.Create

In the heart of Rethymno lies the Municipal Garden, a haven not just for relaxation but also for delving into history.

Among its serene pathways and lush greenery, you'll encounter tributes to notable figures from Rethymno's past.

Photo: strider944 Via Vista.Create

Rethymno

Major K Palierakis Bust in Rethymno's Municipal Garden

In the municipal garden of Rethymno stands the bust of Major Konstantinos E Palierakis (1912-1944), who fell in Rimini, Italy, during the battle of the 3rd Greek Mountain Brigade against the Germans.

Photo: strider944 Via Vista.Create

In the municipal garden of Rethymno stands the bust of Major Konstantinos E Palierakis (1912-1944), who fell in Rimini, Italy, during the battle of the 3rd Greek Mountain Brigade against the Germans.

Photo: strider944 Via Vista.Create

Rethymno

Mt Vrysinas

To the south of Rethymno lies the massif of Vrysinas.

The church of the Holy Spirit now stands at the highest peak, but in the past, it was the site of a Minoan peak sanctuary, traced back to the Neopalatial period. Identified in 1963 by Paul Faure, systematic excavation occurred in 1972-1973, unearthing clay figurines and pottery. The oldest artefacts discovered date back to the 4^th millennium BC, marking the conclusion of the Neolithic period.