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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.
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.
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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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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