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The Minoan settlement of Vasiliki can be found in the region of the village Vasiliki, within the province of Ierapetra, situated on hill Kasteli. It is located opposite the exit of the gorge of Ha and relatively close to the Minoan settlement of Gournia, occupying an elevated point that controlled the isthmus of Ierapetra. The settlement has been in existence since 2600 BC and flourished due to its strategic position and the fertile valley. The main buildings were destroyed by fire in 2300 BC and later rebuilt on the hilltop. The Minoans appear to have had an impressive knowledge of urban planning since that era.
The site was initially excavated in 1900 by Americans Haryet Boyd and Richard B. Seager, but the most systematic excavations were conducted by Antonios Zois after 1970. The excavations have uncovered a Minoan mansion (on the hill) with storage rooms and a courtyard.
Within the ancient settlement of Vasiliki, remarkable vessels were discovered, primarily pots and teapots, used for transporting liquids with elongated narrow spouts (mouths). These vessels are adorned with characteristic spots that are created with controlled temperature in the ceramic kiln. The style of these vessels found in Vassiliki is referred to as “Vassiliki ware“, and it is believed that Vassiliki was the center of production for this type of vessel, which mainly date from 2300 BC to 1900 BC.
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Located in Ierápetra, 25 km from Lake Voulismeni and 25 km from Panagia Kera Church (in Kritsa), Saint George House provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The property has garden views and is 26 km from Agios Nikolaos Port.
The holiday home with a terrace and sea views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home.
A continental breakfast is available daily at the holiday home.
Guests can also relax in the garden.
The nearest airport is Sitia Public Airport, 46 km from Saint George House.
Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a patio, Außergewönliche Private Villa Meer, Berge, Pool Ostkreta is set in Pachia Ammos. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.
The villa with a terrace and sea views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the villa.
The villa offers an outdoor fireplace. Guests at Außergewönliche Private Villa Meer, Berge, Pool Ostkreta can enjoy fishing nearby, or make the most of the garden.
Lake Voulismeni is 20 km from the accommodation, while Panagia Kera Church (in Kritsa) is 20 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sitia Public Airport, 45 km from Außergewönliche Private Villa Meer, Berge, Pool Ostkreta.
Situated in Pachia Ammos and only 20 km from Lake Voulismeni, Thronos Aqua Appartment 1 features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has mountain and pool views, and is 20 km from Panagia Kera Church (in Kritsa).
Boasting a Nintendo Wii, the apartment has a kitchen with an oven, a toaster and a fridge, a living room, a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with a shower. A flat-screen TV is available.
The apartment offers a terrace. Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool at Thronos Aqua Appartment 1.
Agios Nikolaos Port is 21 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Sitia Public Airport, 44 km from Thronos Aqua Appartment 1.
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Situated in Káto Khoríon, 29 km from Lake Voulismeni and 28 km from Panagia Kera Church (in Kritsa), Nino’s house – in kato chorio of Ierapetra features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. With garden views, this accommodation provides a patio.
The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views.
Agios Nikolaos Port is 29 km from the holiday home. The nearest airport is Sitia Public Airport, 51 km from Nino’s house – in kato chorio of Ierapetra.
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Offering a garden and garden view, Ierapetra Garden House is located in Ierápetra, 29 km from Panagia Kera Church (in Kritsa) and 30 km from Agios Nikolaos Port. The air-conditioned accommodation is 30 km from Lake Voulismeni, and guests benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi.
The apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views.
The apartment offers a picnic area.
The nearest airport is Sitia Public Airport, 52 km from Ierapetra Garden House.
Elpida’s house is situated in Ierápetra, 26 km from Lake Voulismeni, 25 km from Panagia Kera Church (in Kritsa), and 27 km from Agios Nikolaos Port. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.
The holiday home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. The air-conditioned holiday home also features a seating area, washing machine and 2 bathrooms with free toiletries.
The nearest airport is Sitia Public Airport, 39 km from the holiday home.
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