In the legendary Fragokastello in the municipality of Sfakia (prefecture of Chania) along with “Drosoulites” the first part of the action “Historical Religious Tourism” and “Ancient Cretan Diet” was completed which started in October 2012 from the Vitouri Gate of Διαβάστε περισσότερα – Read more
Arkadi (a European monument of freedom), Ideon Andron (the “home” of Crete-born Zeus), Zominthos (the Greek worship center of Ideon Andron),Fortezza ( the Venetian fortress) and the captivation of the German officer Kreipe (Hitler’s famous officer) constitute the first historical Διαβάστε περισσότερα – Read more
“Religious tourism is limited to Greeks abroad as well as those foreigners (Orthodox or not) who show a relative interest. They are pilgrims and they also encourage the foreigners who are interested. The focal points of interest especially for the Διαβάστε περισσότερα – Read more
21rd Issue In-On pdf Table of Contents First Ladies A workshop was held for “the human rights and peace” by the members of the Pan Cretan Association-Women Division while there was a meeting with the wife of the Turkish Prime Διαβάστε περισσότερα – Read more
19rd Issue In-On pdf Table of Contents Opinion The contribution of the Society of Hellenes Abroad to religious tourism “Religious tourism is limited to Greeks abroad as well as those foreigners (Orthodox or not) who show a relative interest. They Διαβάστε περισσότερα – Read more
18rd Issue In-On pdf Table of Contents Special Report Prefecture of Herakleion The historical religious monuments of Greek Orthodoxy are connected with significant historical moments of the Greek people. The historical significance of these historic religious monuments lies in the Διαβάστε περισσότερα – Read more
“Vidiani monastery is situated on the northwest side of Lassithi plateau and it owes its name to Vidos, its founder. It is dedicated to the Life-giving Fountain. The building of the monastery started in 1854. On the 30th of May Διαβάστε περισσότερα – Read more
Temples, monasteries and caves of historical and religious interest located in the prefecture of Herakleion attract the interest of foreign and Greek visitors for their rich history. The writer and historic researcher George Panayiotakis in his book “CRETE-WHAT YOU SHOULD Διαβάστε περισσότερα – Read more
