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The best Polish website dedicated to the Greek island Crete and to a small extent of continental Greece. You will find useful information related to visiting Crete that goes beyond the offer of optional tours. On the website you will also find descriptions of the most interesting places that we visited by visiting this largest Greek island. The content complements the current news, photographs and recipes of Greek cuisine.
Currently, Melidoni Cave (originally called Gerontospilios) is associated mainly with the tragic events that took place here in 1824. Archaeological excavations carried out in this place, however, prove that the history of this beautiful cave is much longer and goes back to Neolithic times. During the reign of Minoans there was one of the important places of worship here. Mention of Melidoni also appear in legends and myths, according to which the bronze giant Talos was to be protected. Today, the Melidoni cave is worth visiting not only because of its extensive history, but also for its beautiful dripstone creations. Constant low temperature prevailing in this cave will also allow you even a moment to rest from the heat of the Cretan summer.
The history of the cave
Illegal excavations conducted here in 1940 confirmed that the cave had been inhabited continuously from the Neolithic times up to Roman times. Over the course of hundreds of years, however, the function of Melidoni has changed. Initially, the cave was used as a place of residence, but in early pre-Roman times it was already a place of worship, where Hermes Tallaios was worshiped (in the ancient ancient language of Crete Talos probably means "sun"). Archaeological findings from the cave are displayed at the Archaeological Museum in Rethymnon.
It is highly probable that Melidoni cave still has many secrets. This was confirmed by research carried out in 1998 in the area of sediment in the entrance to the cave. On the excavated walls, several inscriptions made with cuneiform writing were discovered. Archaeologists assume that the subsequent work will reveal further inscriptions that will greatly expand our knowledge of the functions of the Gerontospilios cave in antiquity.
According to myths and legends Melidoni also served as a place of refuge for Talos. It was a bronze giant, which, depending on the application, was created by Hephaestus or Dedal. Handed over to King Minos, he protected the inhabitants of Crete from invaders. Several times a day he roamed the coast of the island, attacking every stranger he encountered. The end of his reign was laid by the Argonauts' expedition, who, under the leadership of Jason, exterminated this giant. Knowing his weak point in the foot, Medea made the monster bleed.
Today, however, the cave is best known for the tragic role it played during the liberation struggles that took place in 1824. At the end of 1823, the Gerontospilios cave became a place of refuge for almost 370 residents of the Melidoni village, mainly women and children fleeing the Ottoman army. When this fact was discovered by the Turks, the commander of the army, Hussein Bejt, demanded that the Cretans leave the cave. In spite of several attempts, Turkish troops could not force the villagers of Melidoni to leave. The result was not even peace talks. The situation was significantly tightened when the Cretans killed two Ottoman emissaries. The Turkish commander decided that the entrance to the cave should be collapsed and the inflow of fresh air would be cut off. However, even such a drastic step did not force the Cretans to leave the Gerontospilios cave. At the order of Husayn Bejt, a huge bonfire was lit in the entrance. Smoke flowing into the inside of the cave caused all the refugees from the village of Melidoni to suffocate. Today in the central part of the cave is a monument commemorating the victims of these tragic events, which to this day are still vividly recalled by the Cretans.
How to get
Melidoni Cave is located roughly halfway between Rethymnon and Heraklion . Take advantage of the exit from the New National Road, located near Exantis. The road to Melidoni is relatively well marked with clear signposts that will lead you to a small parking lot at the end of a blind road. In our opinion, it is worth visiting this cave, the more so because it's closeCaring right next to the New National Road will certainly allow you to join her tour for a trip to another place located in this area of Crete. For visitors Melidoni is available from the turn of April / May to October. The admission ticket costs 3 €.
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W 2002 roku Falasarna zdobyła tytuł najlepszej plaży w Grecji. Wyróżnienie to nie jest bynajmniej przypadkowe, gdyż miejsce to jak na standardy Krety jest naprawdę unikalne.
Elafonisi is a small island located at the end of the southwestern edge of Crete. A characteristic feature of Elafonisi is the shallow lagoon connecting it with Crete.
Elafonisi is a small island located at the end of the southwestern edge of Crete. A characteristic feature of Elafonisi is the shallow lagoon connecting it with Crete.
Chania (Χανιά) is the second largest (after Heraklion) city of Crete. The biggest advantage of Chania is the area of the Old Town and the beautiful Venetian Harbor.
Aptera is a city whose history dates back to at least a thousand years before our era. In the peak period, about 20,000 lived in it. people, of which only 1/5 were free people.
Chania (Χανιά) is the second largest (after Heraklion) city of Crete. The biggest advantage of Chania is the area of the Old Town and the beautiful Venetian Harbor.
Omalos is a perfect starting point for exploring the Samaria Gorge. Located over 1,100 m above sea level extends over an area of 25 km2. Its size corresponds more or less to the size of the Lasithi Plateau.
Located 47 km from the city of Chania, it is the only freshwater lake in Crete. Its area is about 580 thousand. sqm. and the maximum depth is about 45 meters
Omalos is a perfect starting point for exploring the Samaria Gorge. Located over 1,100 m above sea level extends over an area of 25 km2. Its size corresponds more or less to the size of the Lasithi Plateau.
The steel crossing, which in the central part is separated from the ground by nearly 150 m, is at the leading position of the places where the longest bungee jumps are made.
Chania (Χανιά) is the second largest (after Heraklion) city of Crete. The biggest advantage of Chania is the area of the Old Town and the beautiful Venetian Harbor.
The cave is less than 1 km from Moni Gouvernetou Monastery. You will reach it using the pedestrian trail that has been marked out along the slope of the Avlaki Gorge.
Balos is one of Crete's flagship beaches if not all of Greece. We can assure you that the landscapes you see during your trip to Balos will remain with you for a very long time.
The Orthodox monastery of Agia Triada, located on the northern part of the Akrotiri peninsula, is one of the most beautiful and richest monasteries in Crete.
The Orthodox monastery of Agia Triada, located on the northern part of the Akrotiri peninsula, is one of the most beautiful and richest monasteries in Crete.
On the north-western coast of Crete, at the foot of the Gramovous peninsula, there are ruins of the ancient port of Korikos, later known as Falassarna.
Polyrinia was one of the most important city-states of western Crete during the Hellenistic and Roman periods. It was built amphitheater on a steep hill, rising to a height of 481 meters above sea level
The island of Gramvousa, or in fact Imeri Gramvousa (Ήμερη Γραμβούσα), is an inseparable point of a trip that combines a stay in the Balos Lagoon with visiting the remains of a fortress located on the top of the island of Imeri Gramovousa.
There is a beach in Crete that literally makes some people shiver. This place is Seitan Limania which can be translated as Satan's Ports or Cursed Ports.
Dozens of craft workshops located in this small mountain village make Margarites one of the four main centers where traditional Cretan ceramics are made.
The date of the foundation of Moni Arkadiou (Arkadi) is not exactly known. According to tradition, the name of this church refers to the name of the Emperor Arkadiusz, who supposedly was to be its founder.
The date of the foundation of Moni Arkadiou (Arkadi) is not exactly known. According to tradition, the name of this church refers to the name of the Emperor Arkadiusz, who supposedly was to be its founder.
Rethymnon with around 40,000 inhabitants are the third largest city of Crete. This place was populated already in the Minoan period. Historically, the city was an important commercial center.
Skinaria is a small beach located along a small bay, whose outlet on both sides ends with a rocky coast. It is still a little-known place overlooked by mass tourism
Skinaria is a small beach located along a small bay, whose outlet on both sides ends with a rocky coast. It is still a little-known place overlooked by mass tourism
According to Greek mythology, Zeus hid (and perhaps even gave birth) in the Ida cave. This myth is the greatest asset of this cave, which is not as interesting and beautiful as the Dikte cave.
Tripiti is a small beach covered with a mixture of gray sand, gravel and stones. Despite the fact that the beach is unorganized and has a semi-natural appearance, one small tavern works here.
Tripiti is a small beach covered with a mixture of gray sand, gravel and stones. Despite the fact that the beach is unorganized and has a semi-natural appearance, one small tavern works here.
Tripiti is a small beach covered with a mixture of gray sand, gravel and stones. Despite the fact that the beach is unorganized and has a semi-natural appearance, one small tavern works here.
Plakias is a perfect place for people who like to spend time hiking. In the area of the town and the surrounding area, there are several hiking trails that lead to interesting beaches.
Currently, the lower monastery is still not open to the public and is not used by the monks. The buildings of the upper monastery have undergone partial renovation and are the main seat of the Preveli monastery.
Currently, the lower monastery is still not open to the public and is not used by the monks. The buildings of the upper monastery have undergone partial renovation and are the main seat of the Preveli monastery.
Currently, the lower monastery is still not open to the public and is not used by the monks. The buildings of the upper monastery have undergone partial renovation and are the main seat of the Preveli monastery.
The Kourtaliotiko Gorge, also known as the Asomatos Gorge, is perhaps one of the most spectacular natural attractions available in the central part of Crete.
Agia Triada is a small Minoan archaeological site in the south of Crete, located near Timpaki, located on the western slope of the hill about 40 meters above sea level.
This fortress is a perfect example of Crete's multiculturalism. Located today in Greek hands, it was built by the Venetians, but is called a name taken from the Turkish language.
Rouvas Gorge is one of the most interesting places in this part of Crete. The interesting trail leads in a perfect way to the changing appearance of this gorge.
Matala is one of the most popular towns not only of the southern coast but also of the whole of Crete. In the 1960s and 1970s, this small fishing village was a mecca for hippies.
The Odigitrias Monastery is one of the most famous monasteries of southern Crete. Unfortunately, in terms of popularity, he is far from other Cretan monasteries.
In addition to the famous grand palaces on the island in the Minoan period, a number of smaller residences were created. One of the most important examples is the Vathipetro discovered about 5 km north of Archanes, on the southeastern slope of Mount Juchtas in the central part of Crete.
When traveling around Crete, it is not difficult to pay attention to the fact that most of the beaches there are relatively small and short. For this reason, people who are used to our national Baltic standards, where the sandy coast stretches for kilometers, may experience a special disappointment. However, fortunately, nothing is lost, because Crete in its rich arsenal of various beaches can boast of those that allow for long walks along the coast. One of them, our favorite is the Kommos beach located in the south of the central part of the island.
Although there are countless caves in Crete, only a few can be visited. Sfendoni is the largest cave open to the public. content comes from: http://www.crete.pl www.CRETE.pl
Information about one of the more known tourist cities of Crete, or about Malia. Description of attractions located in the city of Malia and a description of the specificity of this town.
The Lasithi Plateau is located about 70 kilometers from the capital of Crete - Heraklion. The average height at which the terrain of this plateau is located is 840 m above sea level.
One of the tourist attractions eagerly visited by people spending their holidays in Crete is the Dikte (Psychro) cave. The main factors that attract people to this cave are a rich and varied dripstone robe and a close connection with mythology.
Among the olive groves in the place called Logari, which is less than a kilometer from the village of Kritsa, there is a small Byzantine church of Panagia Kera from the 13th-14th centuries.
Stalida is located directly along the coast and is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Crete, which definitely comes alive with the advent of the tourist season
Most people crossing the route between Agios Nikolaos and Ierapetra will definitely notice the large crack which is marked by the mountain located east of this road. This majestic geological creation called Ha was probably created as a result of an earthquake.
Xerokambos is a small settlement in which you will find literally several taverns, and most of the buildings are single-storey and one-story houses. The big advantage of this beach is a gentle sandy descent to the sea.
Agios Nikolaos (Άγιος Νικόλαος) is a small town with less than 20,000 inhabitants. permanent residents (according to statistical data from 2001). This city is the capital of the Lasithi nomos.
Although Elounda seems to be a sleepy fishing town to this day, however, appearances should not fool you, because this town and its surroundings can boast of probably the largest number of the best hotels.
Although Elounda seems to be a sleepy fishing town to this day, however, appearances should not fool you, because this town and its surroundings can boast of probably the largest number of the best hotels.
Stalida is located directly along the coast and is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Crete, which definitely comes alive with the advent of the tourist season
Zakros is the fourth-largest Minoan palace in Crete in importance and size. This latest found, built on the east coast of the island is located in the village of Káto Zákros.
Zakros is the fourth-largest Minoan palace in Crete in importance and size. This latest found, built on the east coast of the island is located in the village of Káto Zákros.
The first palace was built around 1900 BC. in the place where there was a quite impressive settlement whose remains were later transformed into the central part of the city.
The ruins of the ancient city of Itanos are located at the eastern tip of Crete, less than 3 kilometers north of the famous palm beach of Vai. Although there are also nice beaches at Itanos, unlike its well-known neighbor, this place does not attract crowds. There are either accidental stray tourists or excavation enthusiasts here.
Less than 10,000 population of Sitia makes the city the smallest in Crete. Some even go a step further and say perversely that it is rather the largest village of Crete.
Napoleon's house is one of the few typically tourist attractions in Ierapetra. About what could have happened here in the summer of 1798 and possibly how much in this legend is the truth we write in the article on the page below.
Moni Kapsa Monastery is one of the most interesting monasteries in Crete. Its massive buildings were erected on rocky, gray slopes surrounding the nearby Pervolakia Gorge.
Byliśmy w tym roku, dzięki za opis przebijający wszystkie przewodniki raze wzięte ;) Niestety nie jest chyba ta jaskinia popularna wśród turystów, bo mimo szczytu sezonu nie było tam żywej duszy ... a zobaczyć warto.
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2015-12-18 19:29:56
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Faktycznie raczej mało osób tu zagląda. Może to kwestia tej tragicznej historii? Bo sama jaskinia jest piękna.
2015-12-18 19:02:26
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Przywitał nas tylko taki - miejscowy :P
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2015-12-19 11:50:13
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Jest magiczna, to fakt.
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2017-10-02 18:27:28
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Polecam zwiedzanie
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2017-10-02 18:29:58
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Byliśmy,a jakże!
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2017-10-02 18:47:45
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Jedno z miejsc na Krecie, które wywarło na mnie największe wrażenie.
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2017-10-03 08:04:39
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Czy w środku można robić zdjęcia?
2017-10-03 08:22:20
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Można, ale bez lampy i związku z tym potrzebujesz statywu bo ciemno tam jak w ....
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2017-10-03 17:16:06
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A po drodze warto zatrzymać się w rodzinnej wytwórni pysznej oliwy
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2018-02-03 20:50:40
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Super polecam:)
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2018-02-03 22:13:03
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Przepiękna również polecam
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2018-02-04 11:22:15
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Polecam.Nie trzeba się wcale specjalnie ubierać.Jest ciepło.
Historia związana z tym miejscem jest tragiczna.
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Less than 50 km from Chania between Topolia and Koutsamatados is an interesting cave known as Agia Sofia and Wisdom of God. It is located on the main road connecting Elafonissi beach and Kissamos village.
According to the data of the Greek Speleological Society, there are more than 3,000 caves in Crete, many of which have great scientific value and are of archaeological, palaeontological and historical interest. Of this huge number of caves, however, only a few are open to the public. The Sfendoni Cave belongs to the group that tourists can see. It is also the largest cave in Crete that has been made available to visitors.
According to Greek mythology, Zeus hid (and perhaps even gave birth) in the Ida cave. This myth is the greatest asset of this cave, which is not as interesting and beautiful as the Dikte cave. Ida Cave is just an empty and unlit big hole in the rock. Quite steep descent to the bottom is built of old railway sleepers. At the bottom of the cave there is a wooden platform, there are also remnants of the former excavations. The cave is located on the eastern slope of the Psiloriti, in the central part of Crete - about 20 kilometers from the village of Anogia. Its total area is approximately 800 square meters. It consists of four chambers, of which the largest, main chamber is about 40 meters long and 50 wide.
: Patrząc okiem turysty nie podoba mi się ten plan.To miejsce historyczne i w takim klimacie powinno zostać. Napewno są powody dla których prąd jest tam potrzebny .Nie wyobrażam sobie jednak ,,podświetlonej,,Spinalongi tak jak Akropol w Atenach.
: Opiszę Wam jak to wygląda w mojej wiosce(zachodnia część Krety).
Groby rodzinne są wykupione na własność(nie płacimy rocznego,,czynszu").
Kości w skrzyneczkach pozostają w grobie. Na Krecie pochówek jest inny niż w pozostałej części Grecji, groby są obudowane, mają cementowe ściany, na dnie jest ziemia. Trumna w grobie nie jest przykrywana wiekiem, bo nie jest zasypywana ziemią, tylko zakryta betonowymi płytami.
: Czyli zmiany klimatu to nie jakaś fikcja, tylko smutna rzeczywistość
: Fajnie jest korzystać tak długo z pogody. Sezon się wydłuża. No ale podstawą do życia czyli woda znika w coraz szybszym tempie. Co nas czeka za 10-20 lat?
: Z moich rozmów z producentami wynika (a współpracuje z ponad 30 z Grecji) najbardziej podrożeje ( i podrożała ) oliwa kulinarna od dużych masowych producentów. Mniejsi , mający swoje własne plantacje i produkujący wyłącznie oliwę "single estate" klasy premium pod swoją marką nie zwiększają drastycznie cen. (...)
: Tak, ceny poszybowały w górę. To są ceny, które obecnie dostaje rolnik za oliwę z zeszłorocznych zbiorów, bo na nowe zbiory jeszcze trochę poczekamy. Pamiętajcie, że rolnik jest najniższym szczeblem w tej drabinie zanim oliwa trafia w wasze ręce.
gość maniek: Właśnie dziś rano wróciłem... Pierwszy raz w życiu zdarzyło mi się że 2 godziny na odprawę w normalnym trybie może nie wystarczyć. Totalny chaos i jeden wielki tłum zamiast jakiś uporządkowanych kolejek. Dziunie siedzące za szybami niezainteresowane niczym poza sobą i plotkowaniem między saobą. 4 bramki na 2 wyloty do Poznania ok. (...)
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Byliśmy w tym roku, dzięki za opis przebijający wszystkie przewodniki raze wzięte ;) Niestety nie jest chyba ta jaskinia popularna wśród turystów, bo mimo szczytu sezonu nie było tam żywej duszy ... a zobaczyć warto.
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Faktycznie raczej mało osób tu zagląda. Może to kwestia tej tragicznej historii? Bo sama jaskinia jest piękna.
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Przywitał nas tylko taki - miejscowy :P
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Jest magiczna, to fakt.
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Polecam zwiedzanie
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Byliśmy,a jakże!
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Jedno z miejsc na Krecie, które wywarło na mnie największe wrażenie.
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Czy w środku można robić zdjęcia?
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Można, ale bez lampy i związku z tym potrzebujesz statywu bo ciemno tam jak w ....
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A po drodze warto zatrzymać się w rodzinnej wytwórni pysznej oliwy
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Super polecam:)
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Przepiękna również polecam
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Polecam.Nie trzeba się wcale specjalnie ubierać.Jest ciepło.
Historia związana z tym miejscem jest tragiczna.
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