Chapel on Mount Juktas

Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ηρακλείου

Chapel on Mount Juktas

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Chapel on Mount Juktas

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Location: Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ηρακλείου, Greece

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October 16, 2018

Hiking

Open church on the summit.

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Andreas

December 20, 2023

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The name of the highlight is a bit misleading, the actual Minoan sanctuary (or rather the remains of it) are located a few hundred meters further north.

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Albrecht

April 21, 2019

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Nicer than the main summit, spectacular panorama and nice chapel. Absolute recommendation!

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Elevation 730 m

Weather

Sunday 1 November

21°C

15°C

39 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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