Plati: A Historic Village

Here, history comes alive! Plati is one of the most historically significant settlements on the Lassithi Plateau.

In 1913, at the suggestion of Joseph Chatzidakis, excavations were undertaken adjacent to the village by R M Dawkins of the English School of Archaeology. According to information provided by the Municipality, these excavations revealed three Minoan structures dating from Late Minoan I, as well as newer constructions from the Greek era.

The village adheres to the traditions of the region, where visitors can marvel at one of the renowned watermills of the plateau.