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The Agarathos Monastery is 23km from Heraklion city (Heraklion Prefecture) on an exit at 8km of the Heraklion - Agios Nikolaos highway. There are signs on the road that lead to the monastery. The monastery of Agarathos, dedicated to the Virgin, stands on a rocky hill between the villages of Sgourokefali and Sabas villages in Thrapsano municipality.During the period of Venetian rule it was a centre of learning, producing many famous churchmen including the Patriarchs Cyril Lucaris, Meletius Pegas and Sylvester the Cretan.The church was rebuilt in 1894 and flourished once more after the end of the Turkish occupation. Young, educated monks with university degrees have recently settled in the monastery, restoring it to its former glory.
Astraki or Neraidospilios cave is situated about 23 km from Heraklion, and 2 km far from the village of Astraki. It is a natural cave associated with many legends about fairies and witches. Nowadays, the cave has been constructed and its entrance is closed with a gate, so you cannot visit it.
Deep in the cave there is a water spring. The landscape around the cave is wonderful, with a small artificial lake, wild vegetation and a relaxing environment.
In the Astrakiano gorge, follow the path by the river of Karteros until you reach the bridge of Aitania. The path often crosses the closed pipe of the aqueduct. A wooden construction covers the closed pipe of the aqueduct, in order to protect it. Small lakes, watermills, small waterfalls and the sounds of nature (frogs, birds, wind blowing through the trees) will accompany your route.
Deep in the cave there is a water spring. The landscape around the cave is wonderful, with a small artificial lake, wild vegetation and a relaxing environment.
In the Astrakiano gorge, follow the path by the river of Karteros until you reach the bridge of Aitania. The path often crosses the closed pipe of the aqueduct. A wooden construction covers the closed pipe of the aqueduct, in order to protect it. Small lakes, watermills, small waterfalls and the sounds of nature (frogs, birds, wind blowing through the trees) will accompany your route.
The domed “Kislades” (storerooms) and the old olive mill of the Holy Monastery of Agarathos were converted to a church museum. Visitors will find old relics which tell the story of the area, which story is part of the history of Crete.
The museum incorporates modern measures for the safety of its exhibits against radiation, humidity, extreme temperatures and high noise levels. In the projection room visitors watch videos and slides about the monastery and monastic life from the past to the present.
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