Greek President unveils Papadakis bust in Vamos, Crete

Friday, 22 May 2026/Source: Haniotika Nea/1 min read

On Friday, May 29, the President of Greece, Konstantinos Tasoulas, will preside over the unveiling of a bust honoring Nikolaos Papadakis (known as "Papadi") in his birthplace of Vamos, a village in the Apokoronas region of western Crete. The ceremony marks the conclusion of a two-day commemorative event celebrating this local historical figure. Vamos is a charming traditional village about 20 kilometers east of Chania, known for its stone architecture and relaxed atmosphere. Visitors in the area on May 29 may encounter road closures or increased traffic around Vamos due to the official ceremony and presidential visit. The event is a public cultural occasion, and those interested in local Cretan history may find it worth attending or passing through the village around that date.