In the Neolithic period, numerous dwelling caves were dug into the soft, porous rock of the bay, which were used as burial sites during the Roman occupation of Crete. To …

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Marco

February 7, 2017

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In the past, this place was very popular with hippies. The image is preserved until today. Definitely worth a visit.

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Turbo

January 8, 2019

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When I was here for the first time almost 30 years ago, you could still smell the remains of the hippies in some caves, that's better now, but there's an entrance fee.

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Best Hikes to Matala Cave Dwellings

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1. Matala Rock Formations – View over Matala Bay loop from Kalamaki

8.88km

02:37

230m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Malala Plaza – Painted Streets of Matala loop from Kalamaki

13.2km

03:39

220m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. View of Matala – Matala Caves loop from Kalamaki

13.4km

03:45

260m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 30 m

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Saturday 24 January

18°C

12°C

3 %

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Max wind speed: 15.0 km/h

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Location: Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ηρακλείου, Greece

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Matala Cave Dwellings

1. Matala Rock Formations – View over Matala Bay loop from Kalamaki

2. Malala Plaza – Painted Streets of Matala loop from Kalamaki

3. View of Matala – Matala Caves loop from Kalamaki

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