Gorge of the Dead

The Zakros Gorge or Gorge of the Dead, is one of the most beautiful in Crete, with archaeological, geophysical and ecotourism interest.

It was named Gorge of the Dead because the ancient Minoans used the caves in its steep cliffs to bury their dead.

The gorge has two entrances. The first entrance is close to Zakros village (there are relative signs). The other entrance is approximately in the midway from Zakros to Kato Zakros. At that point there is parking area and a bus shelter.

The gorge can be crossed in about 2.5 hours.

Source: insitia.gr

Edited by: Yallou