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The village of Kokini Chani / Kokkini Chani on Crete |
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Niros - The Minoan villa in Kokini Chani |
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If you follow the old national road along the coast from Kokini Chani towards the beach of Vathianos Kambos and the city of Heraklion, you will automatically drive past the Minoan villa of Niros (sometimes called the Palace of Niros). It is on the left side of the road as you drive towards Heraklion (not on the sea side but on the other side). Keep your eyes open and pay attention because before you know it you've driven past the excavation (there is only one sign and there it is - the arrow points left, but it doesn't mean that you have to take the next exit left). We came at a time when the excavation actually should have been accessible to the public, but the gate was locked and there was nobody who could open it. The Minoan villa was discovered in 1918. It is approximately 1000 m2 and it had two floors with 40 rooms and several halways and courtyards. It dates from the 17th century BC and it is thought that it was the residence of an important governor or high priest. There were various objects found at the site, including pots and amphorae and things for everyday use, but also objects with ritual significance. Ultimately the house was destroyed by fire. Near the site (towards Vathianos Kambos) a graveyard was found and in front of the villa itself the remains of a harbour. |
Knossos Beach Bungalows & Suites Kokini Chani / Kokkini Chani on Crete |
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Lying directly on the water's edge on Crete's north coast, Knossos Beach Bungalows & Suites offer a private sandy beach, 3 swimming pools and 2 restaurants. Knossos Beach offers 136 bungalows and suites with sea-view terraces. Each air-conditioned unit has bathroom with hair dryer and satellite TV. Guests can take part in water sports activities including water skiing, canoe and jet ski or choose to completely unwind, and relax on a sun bed beside the swimming pool with a cool drink, admiring the waters of the Aegean Sea. The main restaurant serves a buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner and offers panoramic views of the sea. The Thematic Restaurant serves Cretan cuisine. The pool bar is a pleasant spot to have a drink or ice cream, while the main bar offers a nice view and a relaxing atmosphere. Check availabilties & prices and book the Knossos Beach Bungalows & Suites - click here. |
Pelamare Apartments in Kokini Chani / Kokkini Chani on Crete |
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Located 13 kilometres east of Iraklion, in the village of Kokkini Hani, Pelamare offers friendly family-run near the beach. Pelamare is a complex of 30 fully furnished apartments in an attractive garden set by the beach. Each of the apartments, accommodating 2-4 persons includes a kitchen with refrigerator. Other facilities available in the complex are a swimming pool, snack bar, sauna and gym. A wide variety of restaurants and supermarkets is available within walking distance from Pelamare. Frequent bus service connects the village with Iraklion and Malia. Check availabilties & prices and book Pelamare Apartments - click here. |