Axenti, an abandoned Cretan village, tells a tale of religious conversion, conflict, and destruction during the Ottoman occupation.

Kastellas Hill near Moni Gorgolaini in Kato Asites, Crete, offers historical significance and scenic views.

Smiles, an abandoned village in Crete, holds remnants of a long history. Explore its Byzantine churches, tragic past, and current state.

History and current state of Apolycnos, an abandoned village near Moires in south Crete, Greece.

Sfendyli, a once-inhabited village in Crete, Greece, now lies partially submerged beneath the waters of the Aposelemis Dam reservoir.

The Agriolidis Tower in Crete: A symbol of Ottoman oppression and Cretan resistance. Learn about the notorious Agriolidis and the tower's role in the struggle for independence.