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The historic Monastery of Panagia Odigitria on the way to Agiofaraggo hides many treasures. Beyond the monastery itself with its great history and the tower of Xopateras, it conceals another surprise north of the monastery. This is the prepalatial necropolis of Odigitria, named after the monastery, as we still don’t know the name of the town it belonged to.
Today, we can say that the area of Odigitria, the surrounding hills, the area of Agiofarago, and the land of Asterousia till the tip of Cape Lithino, attracted the attention of man who settled here and formed settlements, places of worship, and burial.
The Prepalatial Cemetery of Odigitria, as its name suggests, was developed before the glorious period of the palaces in the early stages of the Minoan era. The necropolis was looted by illegal excavations, like so many other places in Asterousia Range. It was used continuously by the Minoans for about a thousand years. The first formal archaeological excavation took place in 1979-1980 by archaeologist Nota Dimopoulou and was continued by Antonis Vasilakis. The illegal excavations prior to the official one unearthed numerous finds, many of which concluded in the private collection of Konstantinos Mitsotakis, the former Prime Minister of Greece coming from Chania. The rich finds included ceramics, stamps, metal objects made of gold and other metals, and stone tools.
The prepalatial necropolis with the old graves occupies a large area and consists of two domed tombs, rooms for offerings, an ossuary, and a paved courtyard with altars. It is open to visitors and has been maintained by the archaeologists. To find the site, there is a sign inside the monastery.
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Find below the list of hotels near Odigitria Prepalatial Cemetery:
Boasting garden views, Villa Galanthus offers accommodation with a balcony and a coffee machine, around 8.3 km from Phaistos. It has a garden, mountain views and free WiFithroughout the property.
The villa has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views.
A a baby safety gate is also available for guests at the villa.
Museum of Cretan Ethnology is 11 km from Villa Galanthus. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 60 km from the accommodation.
Featuring garden views, Eirini’s Traditional House provides accommodation with a balcony and a coffee machine, around 8.3 km from Phaistos. It features a garden, mountain views and free WiFithroughout the property.
The holiday home is equipped with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views.
The holiday home offers a picnic area.
Museum of Cretan Ethnology is 11 km from Eirini’s Traditional House. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 61 km from the accommodation.
Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a patio, Villa Kalimera swimming pool Pitsidia Matala Komos is situated in Pitsidia. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.
The villa features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views.
The villa offers an outdoor fireplace. Guests at Villa Kalimera swimming pool Pitsidia Matala Komos can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.
Kommos Beach is 2.9 km from the accommodation, while Phaistos is 8.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 61 km from Villa Kalimera swimming pool Pitsidia Matala Komos.
Located in Sívas, 6.6 km from Phaistos, O Mikros Kosmos Hotel Resort – Adults Only provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the allergy-free hotel features a sauna.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. O Mikros Kosmos Hotel Resort – Adults Only offers certain units with pool views, and every room is equipped with a patio. At the accommodation every room comes with bed linen and towels.
Breakfast is available daily, and includes buffet, continental and American options.
Guests at O Mikros Kosmos Hotel Resort – Adults Only will be able to enjoy activities in and around Sívas, like hiking.
Museum of Cretan Ethnology is 10 km from the hotel. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 59 km from O Mikros Kosmos Hotel Resort – Adults Only, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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Set 2.5 km from Kommos Beach, Kommosunset Villas offers a private beach area, an infinity pool and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. The accommodation features a spa bath.
The villa provides guests with a terrace, sea views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with hot tub and bathrobes. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.
Kommosunset Villas offers a range of wellness facilities including a hot tub and a beauty services.
Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the accommodation, while cycling and hiking can be enjoyed nearby.
Kalamaki Beach is 2.8 km from Kommosunset Villas, while Phaistos is 7.9 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 60 km from the villa, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Boasting garden views, Nikkon summer house features accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 1.8 km from Kommos Beach. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.6 km from Matala beach, and guests benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi.
The villa features 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.
The villa offers a children’s playground. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Nikkon summer house, while hiking can be enjoyed nearby.
Red Sand Beach is 2.3 km from the accommodation, while Phaistos is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 63 km from Nikkon summer house, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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€187
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