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El Greco's Birthplace Hosts Art Exhibition in Fodele

Friday, 12 June 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

The Cultural Association of Fodele "Domenikos Theotokopoulos" is hosting an art exhibition in the village of Fodele from June 15 to June 30, 2026. Fodele, located roughly 26 km west of Heraklion, is widely recognized as the birthplace of El Greco, the renowned Renaissance painter born Domenikos Theotokopoulos around 1541. The exhibition is organized by the local cultural association bearing his name, celebrating the village's artistic heritage. Visitors can combine the exhibition with a stop at the El Greco Museum and the nearby Byzantine church of the Panagia. Fodele is easily accessible by car from Heraklion via the E75 coastal highway. No admission details were provided; visitors are advised to contact the association or check locally for opening hours before making the trip.

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