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Kofinas, the highest peak in the untamed Asterousia Range, stands at an altitude of 1231m and is named after its inverted basket-like shape (known as kofini in Greek). The peak boasts breathtaking views of the South Cretan Sea and is now home to the Holy Cross (Timios Stavros) temple, which celebrates its feast day on September 14. During this celebration, an ancient dendrolatric (sacred tree) custom is observed, where whitebeams from three “sacred” trees are blessed and distributed to those in attendance.
Archaeologists uncovered perhaps the most significant Minoan peak sanctuary in south-central Crete in 1960. This sanctuary consists of a quadrilateral enclosure and stage, and it thrived between 1700 and 1600 BC. However, worship continued until the Roman Era, albeit with some interruptions. Excavations at the site have revealed clay signs, figurines, metal plates, seals, and other devotional offerings.
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Studios Anna Maria has sea views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Kapetanianá, 100 metres from Paralia Agios Ioannis.
All units are air-conditioned and some of them feature a seating area with a flat-screen TV, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area. Some units have a terrace and/or a balcony with mountain or inner courtyard views.
Phaistos is 42 km from the apartment, while Museum of Cretan Ethnology is 43 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 72 km from Studios Anna Maria.
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Situated in Paránimfoi and only 49 km from The Palace of Knossos, Livadi apt features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. This apartment is 41 km from Phaistos and 41 km from Museum of Cretan Ethnology.
The apartment features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with mountain views.
The apartment offers a terrace.
Nikos Kazantzakis Museum is 44 km from Livadi apt. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 52 km from the accommodation.
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Situated in Paránimfoi in the Crete region, Amazing seafront house with private beach has a patio and sea views. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.
This apartment has 3 bedrooms, a kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with an a bath or shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment.
A car rental service is available at the apartment.
Paralia Tris Ekklisies is 500 metres from Amazing seafront house with private beach, while Kolovrechtis Beach is 1.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 57 km from the accommodation.
Featuring river views, Seaside mountain view Golden Mar villa provides accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 100 metres from Paralia Tris Ekklisies. The holiday home has access to a restaurant and free WiFithroughout the property.
The holiday home with a terrace and mountain views features 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home.
The holiday home offers a picnic area. Guests can also relax in the garden.
Kolovrechtis Beach is 400 metres from Seaside mountain view Golden Mar villa, while Nikos Kazantzakis Museum is 48 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 57 km from the accommodation.
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Located in Paránimfoi, a few steps from Paralia Tris Ekklisies and 300 metres from Kolovrechtis Beach, Ioannis Rooms Δωμάτια με θεα στη θαλασσα offers air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.
The holiday home comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views.
Nikos Kazantzakis Museum is 48 km from the holiday home. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 57 km from Ioannis Rooms Δωμάτια με θεα στη θαλασσα.
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€72
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Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, The South House, Mountain and Sea View is located in Paránimfoi. The property is 57 km from Heraklio Town and free private parking is provided.
This holiday home is equipped with 3 bedrooms, a kitchen with a fridge and an oven, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home.
A garden, barbecue and a terrace are available at the holiday home.
Hersonissos is 61 km from The South House, Mountain and Sea View, while Matala is 36 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 57 km from the accommodation.
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€122
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