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Sacred cave

The cave of Saint Paraskevi is one of the most important sacred caves of Crete (Greece), in use since the late Neolithic period. In the halls of the cave the visitor can enjoy the spectacular complexes of stalagmites and stalactites. By the entrance of the cave is the church of Saint Paraskevi. The length of the route is more than 450 metres.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 03.2020
Date Uploaded: 10.2020
Photo Location: Gouves, Crete, Greece
Camera: CLT-L29
Copyright: © Maria Gialitaki