Milatos: A Fishing Village of Great Beauty
In a charming fishing village, one thing is guaranteed: the tavernas serve the most delectable meze to accompany ouzo, cold beer, or raki.
Milatos offers a delightful combination of mountain and sea air, where visitors can revel in beautiful beaches and a rich natural landscape.
Milatos is a village steeped in rich history, with references that date back to the Homeric epics.
The history of the Milatos Cave is particularly remarkable. In February 1823, during the period of Turkish occupation, the cave became a tragic site where 2,000 women and children were martyred by Hassan Aga, who conducted widespread plundering throughout Lassithi. This sombre event has left a lasting imprint on the village's history.
Information: Municipality of Agios Nikolaos
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The Nearly Abandoned Village of Havgas: A Forgotten Gem near Elounda
In the municipality of Agios Nikolaos, not far from Elounda, lies the village of Havgas. Its near-deserted streets tell a tale of time forgotten.
Yet, amidst its solitude, traces of a glorious past still linger. The beauty of Havgas may be understated, but the remnants of its heyday are unmistakable.
Havgas is home to only a handful of residents, a mere whisper of its once vibrant community.
Nestled close to the settlement lies the Havgas Gorge of Plaka, Lassithi, a natural wonder waiting to be explored.
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Limnes: The Enchanting Labyrinth of Streets
Agios Nikolaos is surrounded by a blend of cosmopolitan small villages and charming traditional hamlets, including the picturesque village of Limnes.
The village is situated on the eastern edge of Skafi, Mirabello, adjacent to the Neapoli – Agios Nikolaos motorway. It stands as one of the oldest traditional villages in the region, boasting narrow labyrinthine streets, interconnected stone-built houses that maintain the authentic elements of folk architecture, and the distinctive characteristics of traditional life.
Limnes, with its fertile plain adorned by windmills, thrives as a highly productive and prosperous village.
South of the village, nestled amidst olive groves, lies the Byzantine church of St John the Theologian. This remarkable church showcases captivating frescoes dating back to the 14th and 15th centuries.
Information: Municipality of Agios Nikolaos
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