DIGGING THROUGH
From Margarites where the tradition is molded with clay, in the Monastery of Arkadi, in the museum of Eleftherna, and the magnificent gorge of Patsos. Admire and try the art of clay, in the traditional village “Margarites” and taste the local delicacies. Take a tour of the electrifying atmosphere of the Arkadi Monastery, where thousands of worshipers were blown up during the Turkish occupation against slavery. Visit the new museum of Eleftherna that houses the archeological findings, from excavations, thirty years old in the area, and finally enjoy your walk in the colorful mosaic of nature, in the gorge of Patsos.
58,9 Kilometers
4 Destinations
7 Hours Duration
1
The extremely beautiful village of Margarites where there are work-shops of clay handicraft of unique value.
2
The Archaeological Museum of Eleftherna is the first museum of an archaeological site in Crete. It was created to house the results of excavations carried out for thirty years in the ancient city of Eleftherna.
3
The sacred monastery of Arkadi follows a European monument of Liberty during Turkish occupation.
4
The gorge of Agios Antonios will impress anyone who wants to go inland. Senses awaken watching the colorful carpet of nature.
