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Traditional Village of Krasi

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  1. 1Traditional Village of Krasi

    As our ascent into the mountains continues, we arrive at Krasi, a village that serves as an exemplary model of Cretan mountain settlement patterns. Situated on the slopes of Mount Selena, Krasi is a place where geography dictated…

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  2. 2The Monumental Plane Tree of Krasi

    The focal point of our visit is undoubtedly the Great Plane Tree of Krasi, one of the oldest and largest trees in Europe. Estimated to be over two thousand years old, this Platanus orientalis is a living monument that has…

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  3. 3Traditional Mountain Life and Architecture

    Beyond the central square, Krasi reveals its true character in the quiet residential alleys. The houses here are built in the 'Kamara' style, characterized by interior stone arches that support the heavy flat roofs. …

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  4. 4Traditional Village of Krasi

    Our departure from Krasi marks the transition from the settled slopes to the high mountain plains. We leave behind a village that has managed to maintain its architectural and social integrity despite the pressures of modern life. …

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What is Traditional Village of Krasi?

Traditional Village of Krasi is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeHeritage
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates35.2325, 25.4678
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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