Evangelismos is a small village situated in the Southwest of Kasteli, which is only 5 km away from the county town and 35 km from Heraklion. The village was previously known as Mouktari or Mouchtari and has been mentioned in a 1381 contract related to the sale of grain. Visitors can explore the Byzantine church of Panagia, which is a popular attraction in the village. Additionally, they can attend the local feast of Metamorphosis, which takes place on August 6th every year. It is worth noting that the Minoa Pediada municipality was established in 2010 as part of the National Kallikratis Project’s decision to merge the former municipalities of Kastelli, Thrapsano, and Akalochori.
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Featuring mountain views, MarilidiaHouse provides accommodation with a balcony and a coffee machine, around 24 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.
This holiday home comes with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a bidet. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home.
The Palace of Knossos is 26 km from the holiday home, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 39 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 32 km from MarilidiaHouse.
Set in Kastéllion, 24 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos and 26 km from The Palace of Knossos, Marilidia House offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. With garden views, this accommodation features a patio.
The holiday home is fitted with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 39 km from the holiday home, while Venetian Walls is 40 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 32 km from Marilidia House.
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Located in Kardhoulianós, 24 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos and 27 km from The Palace of Knossos, Eva’s cottage provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. With garden views, this accommodation features a patio.
The holiday home is equipped with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views.
Guests can also relax in the garden.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 38 km from the holiday home, while Venetian Walls is 39 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 32 km from Eva’s cottage.
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Kalliopi Hotel offers self-catering accommodation and a swimming pool set amidst a lovely garden in the area of Kasteli Pediados. It also includes a poolside bar and a restaurant.
All rooms at Kalliopi enjoy free Wi-Fi access. They are air conditioned and come with a TV. All rooms also feature a living area and a private balcony.
Guests can enjoy coffees, fresh juices and cocktails at the shaded seating area of the bar by the pool. The hotel’s restaurant serves local specialities cooked in a traditional stove.
The lively town of Chersonissos is 18 km away, while the city of Heraklion is at 38 km. Kalliopi provides private on-site parking free of charge.
Featuring pool views, Villa AnnaMaria features accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 25 km from Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos. This villa features a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking.
The villa is equipped with 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 air-conditioned villa also provides a seating area, washing machine and 3 bathrooms with a bath and a shower.
The villa offers a picnic area. If you would like to discover the area, fishing and hiking are possible in the surroundings.
The Palace of Knossos is 27 km from Villa AnnaMaria, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 39 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 33 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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Featuring garden views, Traditional stone house camari offers accommodation with a balcony and a coffee machine, around 22 km from The Palace of Knossos. It features a garden, a terrace, mountain views and free WiFithroughout the property.
This holiday home comes with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with an oven and a fridge, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home.
Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 28 km from the holiday home, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 30 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 24 km from Traditional stone house camari.
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ResetThe Spiliotissa gorge, situated approximately 24km to the south of Heraklion, is a verdant chasm that originates from the Houdetsi village, passes through Agios Vasilios, and terminates in the Peza valley, where its waters feed into the Kounaviano gorge. The most picturesque section of the gorge is the 1.5km stretch between Houdetsi and Agios Vasilios. Starting from Houdetsi, where parking is available in the village, a well-kept trail leads down to Agios Vasilios, meandering through dense foliage and groves of orange and olive trees, irrigated by the stream.
At the beginning of the path, two Byzantine churches, Saint John the Baptist and Saint Nicholas, are encountered, along with two former grain mills. After approximately 500m, the historic Sinai Monastery of Panagia Spiliotissa can be found, which lends its name to the gorge. A quick exploration of the small monastery with its cave-like church is followed by a continued journey into the verdant heart of the canyon, towards Agios Vasilios. A beautiful fountain and the Byzantine church of Saint John are located just outside the monastery.
The Aposelemis Canyon, also known as the longest and most significant geological canyon in the northern part of the Heraklion prefecture, terminates at the settlement of Agrianá (locally known as Adrianna), near Hersonissos. The Aposelemis River traverses this canyon, though water is only present in parts of the canyon following heavy rainfall. However, the river at higher altitudes retains water throughout the wet months, thanks to the phyllite rocks. Despite its length, accessibility, and proximity to Heraklion, the canyon remains relatively undiscovered by the local population. The Aposelemis Canyon is characterized by strikingly beautiful and imposing vertical walls that reach up to 200 meters in height, along with several rock shelters. The canyon floor is smooth throughout, posing no technical challenges. In recent times, the Hersonissos Municipality has constructed a lovely trail along the canyon floor, making the walk both enjoyable and easy. The trail also features recreational areas with wooden benches at the start and end points.
This crucial ecosystem is home to waterfowl and birds of prey. A hidden riparian forest, particularly in the upper region of the canyon, is the real gem. The mixed forest is made up of ancient trees with massive trunks, truly natural marvels. Trees such as the plane, holm oak, oak, holly, carob, osier, among others, can be found here. The dense forest often obscures the trail. An old stone bridge, Xerokamares, is located just before the southern entrance, within the river. The most convenient way to access the canyon is via its northern exit. A dirt road from the bridge of the old national road leads to the Aposelemis gorge. Following this dirt road, you’ll pass the picturesque yet ruined settlement of Plevris, and eventually reach the bridge of the new highway, where the trail begins. It takes at least two hours to traverse the gorge.
The Kounaviano gorge, known for its lush vegetation, is the greenest canyon in the entire Heraklion prefecture, serving as a verdant oasis in the heart of Pediada province. The gorge is named after the village of Kounavi in its district, even though it actually begins from the village of Peza, hence it could be referred to as Pezzano Gorge. This gorge is a tributary of the Karteros river and runs parallel to the Astrakiano gorge. The Astrakiano and Kounaviano gorges converge at the Kaki Rachi area near Skalani, forming the Karteros Gorge. Kounaviano’s entrance is situated at the northernmost point of the fertile Peza plain, collecting all the area’s water. It has numerous springs along its bed, some of which retain water throughout the year.
In recent years, the gorge’s trail has been marked and cleared, with the addition of small bridges, wooden railings, and informational signs. Walking along this trail is a delightful and easy experience, shaded by perennial plane, oak, and other trees. The riverbed walk is simple, without significant altitude changes or difficulties. At the gorge’s starting point, two small waterfalls can be seen. Old watermills, once used to grind the area’s cereals, can be found at three different points along the trail. This region has always been one of Crete’s most productive. Additionally, limestone kilns and various fruit tree gardens can be spotted. A walk from the gorge’s entrance at Peza to its exit at Kaki Rachi near Skalani takes approximately 2 hours.
The Astrakiano and Kounaviano canyons are two verdant gorges that converge near Skalani village and empty out onto Karteros beach. The combined length of these canyons is roughly 21 km. Situated to the east of Heraklion city, these gorges are part of the broader Mount Jiouktas area. They offer easy walking trails, making them perfect for families and children.
The longer of the two, Astrakiano, begins at the Paliarda location in Kolomodi and extends to the area beneath the deserted Kato Astraki village, after crossing the picturesque Astrakiani Kamara bridge. From Kato Astraki, a brief trail leads to the Neraidospilios site, known for its stunning pond and gushing water caves.
The path along the Karteros river commences from this point, offering a lush green trail equipped with wooden bridges and railings. After crossing the Aitania bridge at Kaki Rachi, we reach Kali Rachi where the Astrakiano and Kounaviano Gorges, originating from Peza, merge. From Kali Rachi, the river continues to Karteros along a well-structured path. This section, known as Karteros Gorge, passes by ancient water mills and the historic Saint Nicholas Church (Agios Nikolaos). Near the Karteros gorge exit, at the Mesa Karteros spot, you’ll find an old inn and a second chapel dedicated to Saint Nicholas. This location, accessible by car from Karteros, is an ideal picnic spot.
The Astrakiano canyon (Astraki – Kali Rachi) measures about 7km, with a hiking duration of 3-4 hours. The Kounaviano Gorge (Peza- Kali Rachi) is roughly 4km long, requiring about 2 hours for trekking. The shared section of the Karteros gorge (up to the second Saint Nicholas chapel (Kali Rachi – Mesa Karteros)) is approximately 6km.
The canyons’ route is abundant in natural, morphological, aesthetic, historical, and cultural aspects. The landscape boasts exceptional natural beauty, featuring springs, ponds, rivers, mini waterfalls, and lush vegetation. Prior to World War II, the canyon housed 10 watermills, and locals would fish for eels and crabs, some of which still exist today.
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ResetEvangelismos is a village located in the Southwest of Kasteli, just 5 km away from the county town and 35 km from Heraklion.
Evangelismos was previously called Mouktari or Mouchtari.
Yes, visitors can explore the Byzantine church of Panagia or attend the local feast of Metamorphosis on August 6th.
The Minoa Pediada municipality was created in 2010 following the National Kallikratis Project’s decision to unite the former municipalities of Kastelli, Thrapsano and Akalochori.
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