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Toplou Monastery to Get Much Needed Upgrades

Argophilia Travel News

According to the Greek Ministry of Development and Investment, Sitia’s Toplou Monastery will receive much needed upgrades.

3 years ago

Arkalochori Quake Situation Stable But Inclement Weather Adds Pressure

Phil Butler

Arkalochori and surrounding villages in Heraklion Prefecture of Crete continue to be rattled by the aftershocks of the recent 6.0 magnitude earthquake that his last week. The situation for thousands of people is stable but according to officials, untenable for the immediate future.  Within the past 48 hours, at least five aftershocks of magnitudes of […]

3 years ago

Kissamos Municipality Begins Arkalochori Aid Drive Today

Phil Butler

In the wake of the earthquakes at Arkalochori in Heraklion Prefecture, the Municipality of Kissamos has begun an aid drive.

3 years ago

Sitia Prefecture Mobilizes to Help Arkalochori Quake Victims

Phil Butler

Sitia citizens, businesses, and officials organize to send aid to fellow Cretans in hard hit Arkalochori, in neighboring Heraklion Prefecture.

3 years ago

Letter From Arkalochori: Prayer for a Dawning Day

Aleksandr Shatskih

A touching and inspirational letter from earthquake struck Arkalochori village in the heart of Crete island.

3 years ago

French Artist Anne Bronner’s Love of Crete Inspires Beautiful Travel Books

Aleksandr Shatskih

An interview and profile of French artist Anne Bronner, and her love for Crete Island as an inspiration for her work.

3 years ago

Crete Hit for Second Consecutive Day by Severe 5.3 Magnitude Earthquake

Phil Butler

Crete is rocked for the second consecutive day by a severe earthquake of 5.3 magnitude as aftershocks from yesterday increase in intensity.

4 years ago

Crete’s Capital of Heraklion Shaken by 6.2 Magnitude Earthquake [Updates]

Phil Butler

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake hit Crete this morning according to the earliest reports from the European Mediterranean Seismological Center.

4 years ago

The Heraklion Gastronomy Festival Opens Today at the Venetian Harbor

Phil Butler

Friday September 24th – Monday the 27th, locals and visitors to Crete can enjoy the Heraklion Gastronomy Festival at the Venetian Harbor.

4 years ago

90 of Europe’s Oldest Breed – Kritikos Lagonikos – Registered On Crete

Phil Butler

This past weekend registration for 90 dogs of Europe’s oldest breed, the legendary Kritikos Lagonikos took place on Crete.

4 years ago

Another Perfect Crete Escape: Mourtzanakis Residence Ecotourism Hotel

Phil Butler

Another eco-tourism value we just came across, Mourtzanakis Residence in Achlada, is a perfect getaway far from and close to it all.

4 years ago

One of Chania’s Old Hammams Reshaped Into Art Gallery

Aleksandr Shatskih

One of the ancient Turkish baths of the Municipality of Chania has been transformed into an art gallery and exhibition hall.

4 years ago

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