Houses, Adorned with Courtyard Flowers, in the Picturesque Garipa!
ABOUT
Garipa is a substantial settlement adjacent to the historic fortress Belvedere.
Garipa is primarily inhabited by farmers and olive oil producers, cultivating vegetables and various agricultural products.
The village boasts charming houses adorned with flowers in their courtyards. Exploring the streets of Garipa uncovers ancient, weathered stone structures, remnants of the region's traditional Cretan architecture.
Visitors can visit traditional, cosy cafés offering delightful meze and, of course, raki—easily found in the village square.
The central church of the village is Agia Aikaterini.
Notably, the Garipa football team, established in 1979, competes in the First Division of the Union of Football Clubs of Heraklion.
The settlement of Drapeti falls under the community's jurisdiction.
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