Mountain Refuge (Former Ski Resort) in Anogia

In the early 1980s, the idea emerged for Anogia to have its own ski resort. In recent years, Crete has become a destination for skiing enthusiasts! Significant portions of the infrastructure were developed over the decades, with the road being cleared and paved. However, the current state of the ski resort is not promising.

The ski resort now serves as a grazing ground for dozens of animals, and there isn't a single square metre that hasn't been covered by a thick layer of manure. While the stone structures remain in relatively good condition, the concrete ones have suffered significant damage. Many of the windows and doors have been either broken or removed. Additionally, the ski slope that was once designed for enthusiasts has become overgrown with bushes and is barely distinguishable from the surrounding mountain terrain.