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The Monastery of St. George Apanosifis, also known as Epanosifis, is situated approximately 30km south of Heraklion, near the village of Metaxohori. It is the largest male monastery in Crete, in terms of the number of monks. The monastery’s spiritual and social contributions were invaluable during the challenging years of the Turkish occupation.
Constructed towards the end of the Venetian Era, the monastery quickly gained prominence. A written account states that it was founded by a monk from the Apezana Monastery, who once set out on a hike to the Agarathos Monastery. During his journey, he spent a night at the Church of St. George on the estate of the Lagouvardos family. In a dream, Saint George appeared to him and instructed him to build the monastery at that location. Initially, Lagouvardos refused, but after being punished by the Saint, he agreed and funded the construction of the Epanosifis Monastery.
Several dependencies are associated with the Epanosifis Monastery, including the ruined Aistratigos Monastery to the northwest, the St. Anthony Monastery, the Xera Xyla Monastery near Neapolis, and numerous chapels.
Today, the monastery houses valuable treasures, such as gospels, intricately carved crosses, a silver chalice from 1842, the icon of Saint George from the Xera Xyla Monastery, and relics of 21 Saints. Additionally, the monastery is home to a Higher Ecclesiastical School, which is located in a former orphanage building. The St. George Church celebrates on April 23 and November 3.
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Offering mountain views, Holiday Home in Houdetsi, Heraklio is an accommodation located in Vathípetron, 21 km from Venetian Walls and 22 km from Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Providing free private parking, the 5-star holiday home is 16 km from The Palace of Knossos.
The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 6 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and 4 bathrooms with a shower. A TV and DVD player, as well as a CD player are featured.
Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 33 km from the holiday home, while Nikos Kazantzakis Museum is 9.4 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 19 km from Holiday Home in Houdetsi, Heraklio.
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€56
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Alagni Cretan Resort features pool views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Stíronas, 18 km from The Palace of Knossos.
The villa provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and bathrobes. A fridge, a stovetop and minibar are also featured, as well as a kettle.
The restaurant at Alagni Cretan Resort serves Greek, local and grill bbq cuisine.
The accommodation offers a picnic area.
If you would like to discover the area, cycling and walking tours are possible in the surroundings and Alagni Cretan Resort can arrange a bicycle rental service.
Venetian Walls is 24 km from the villa, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 25 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 22 km from Alagni Cretan Resort, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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€221
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Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Giannis Place I is set in Áyios Vasílios. It is located 14 km from The Palace of Knossos and provides private check-in and check-out.
With free WiFi, this 2-bedroom holiday home offers a cable flat-screen TV and a kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home.
The holiday home offers a terrace.
Venetian Walls is 20 km from Giannis Place I, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 21 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 18 km from the accommodation.
Offering a terrace and pool view, Green Farm-small paradise! is situated in Kalloní, 15 km from The Palace of Knossos and 21 km from Venetian Walls. This holiday home features a pool with a view, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking.
The holiday home with a patio and mountain views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home.
The holiday home offers a picnic area. There is a shared lounge at this property and guests can go hiking nearby.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 22 km from Green Farm-small paradise!, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 32 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 19 km from the accommodation.
Surrounded by beautiful Cretan countryside just 1 km from Archanes, Eliathos Residence offers well-appointed self-catering units with home comforts, including free wireless internet.
Eliathos Residence Houses comprises of 4 villas, which are divided into houses, luxury apartments and studios. Each of the spaces offers the comforts of home with the professional services and personal attention of a hotel.
Prepare meals in your fully equipped kitchen. Sit outside on your private veranda and admire the beautiful natural landscape surrounding Eliathos Residence.
Eliathos Residence can organise tours and activities according to your personal interests. Join in with seasonal activities including grape gathering, wine making, olive oil producing and raki making.
Go horse-riding with the horses from Eliathos’ nearby farm. Enjoy traditional Cretan cooking demonstrations. Visit the monuments and archaeological sites of Archanes, Knossos and Heraklion.
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€93
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Located in Archanes, Crete, Manili Boutique Suites & Villas offers breakfast included accommodation with free WiFi.
All villas and suites will provide you with a TV, air conditioning, kitchenette and private bathrooms with spacious showers.
There are 2 outdoor pools, shared barbeque facilities, as well as fine dining and local delicacies at Manili Bistro.
Heraklion International Airport is located 12 km from the property. Free private, on-site parking is possible.
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€177
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