Arkalochori

Minoa Pediadas, Crete

All villagesMinoan era

Altitude

310 m

Population

3,800

Region

central

Era

minoan

Town in central Crete known for the remarkable Arkalochori Cave, where a hoard of Minoan double axes and other bronze age votive offerings were discovered. The 2021 earthquake caused significant damage to the town.

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