Explore Kopetoi in Greece
Kopetoi in the region of Crete is a place in Greece - some 183 mi or ( 294 km ) South of Athens , the country's capital city .
Time in Kopetoi is now 06:52 PM (Thursday) . The local timezone is named " Europe/Athens " with a UTC offset of 2 hours. Depending on your budget, these more prominent locations might be interesting for you: Tobruk, Benghazi, Zounakion, Zimbragos, and Xirokambion. Since you are here already, consider visiting Tobruk . We saw some hobby film on the internet . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Where to go and what to see in Kopetoi ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Kantanos gorge bike tour p1 Podilatreis
A bike tour organised by podilatreis crossing the Kantanos gorge where the quarry is slowly destroying the face of the gorge ..
Western Crete september 1990
A tour by car through the western most rural part of Crete in september 1990 ..
Cave of Agias Sofias on Crete
We brave the depths of the cave! ..
Kantanos gorge bike tour p2 Podilatreis
A bike tour organised by podilatreis crossing the Kantanos gorge where the quarry is slowly destroying the face of the gorge ..
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Interesting facts about this location
Razing of Kandanos
The Razing of Kandanos (Greek: Καταστροφή της Καντάνου) or the Holocaust of Kandanos (Greek: Ολοκαύτωμα της Καντάνου) refers to the complete destruction of the village of Kandanos in Western Crete and the killing of about 180 of its inhabitants on 3 June 1941 by German occupying forces during World War II. It was ordered by Generaloberst Kurt Student in reprisal for the participation of the local population in the Battle of Crete that had held advancing German soldiers for two days.
Located at 35.33 23.74 (Lat./Long.); Less than 4 km away
Floria
Floria is a small village in the Selino province of southwest Crete, Greece. Floria is part of the Kandanos municipality and, according to the latest census, has around 60 inhabitants. On 23 May 1941 and while the Battle of Crete was unfolding, Floria was the location of a fierce battle between advancing German troops and the local population, who spontaneously decided to resist them.
Located at 35.38 23.73 (Lat./Long.); Less than 6 km away
Temenia
Temenia is a community and a small village in Chania regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It is part of the municipal unit of East Selino (Anatoliko Selino). The community consists of the following villages (population in 2001): Temenia, pop. 77 Pappadiana, pop. 14 Stratoi, pop. 6 Near Temenia is located the ancient city of Yrtakina. In Temenia also there is a spring-spa. Because of the healthy water, there is a small hotel and a refreshments factory in Temenia.
Located at 35.28 23.75 (Lat./Long.); Less than 7 km away
Skafi
Skafi is a community and a small village in Chania regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It is part of the municipal unit of East Selino (Anatoliko Selino). The community consists of the following villages (population in 2001): Skafi, pop. 70 Argastiri, pop. 35 Pera Skafi, pop. 62
Located at 35.32 23.79 (Lat./Long.); Less than 8 km away
Maza, Crete
Maza is a small village in Chania regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It has 93 residents and it's within the municipal unit of Kryonerida. It has a tiny church with interesting frescos next to a small taverna with (according to local legend) a 500 year old olive tree adjacent. The taverna owner currently (2012) has the key to the church and will show you inside on request. There is a small parking area behind the church. 35°21'26.31"N 24°12'48.22"E
Located at 35.28 23.77 (Lat./Long.); Less than 8 km away
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