The village of Melidoni is located 27km east of Rethymno. Melidoni displays some old Venetian buildings blended with modern architecture. During the summer the village comes alive with fairs and various dancing and public events. On Clean Monday, the last day before Lent, there is an ancient ceremony only held in a very few places on Crete. Melidoni is famous for its fantastic cave which became notorious in 1824 during the Revolution when approximately 250 unarmed villagers, among them women and children were suffocated when the entrance was sealed and fires lit by the Turks. Today the village has all amenities for its visitors and the locals.
Rethymno Greece is one of the four regions of Crete island, located on the western side of Crete, between the prefectures of Chania and Heraklion. Its authentic intact beauty and relaxing atmosphere is its gem. It boasts magnificent beaches, interesting archaeological sites, Byzantine churches, lovely villages and many resorts. Rethymnon is a town with intense Medieval architecture and a lovely Venetian port with a lighthouse.
Crete is the largest island in Greece and the fifth largest in the Mediterranean Sea. Here you can admire the remnants of brilliant civilizations, explore glorious beaches, impressive mountainscapes, fertile valleys and steep gorges, and become part of the island’s rich gastronomic culture. One of the most popular destinations of the country, Crete is the dream of a lifetime for millions of tourists.
Being among the top 20 tourist destinations worldwide, Greece is synonymous with 3 things: history and ancient civilization, amazing landscapes and top touristic destinations. Greece is so wealthy in culture and beauty that it never seems to be completely explored. Holidays in Greece is the ultimate experience all year round. It offers a great pallet of experiences; the warm sun, the crystal clear beaches, the dramatic nature, the rich culture and the renowned hospitality along with the unique culinary experience of the Mediterranean diet.
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