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Pendamodi

Pendamodi is one of the oldest villages of Crete and it is not without importance, that Stefanos Sahlikis wrote his poems there beginning this way in the middle of the 14th century, the Renaissance of Cretan and Greek literature.
Today there are a few inhabitants who are well known for their hospitality and sociality. There are two traditional "kafenions" one of which also serves traditional "mezes" and a horse-riding club and taverna for those who want to taste the local cuisine or test their riding skills. The village layout, cobbled roads and stone-built houses maintain the design, architecture and structure of the old days. The main village and the surrounding landscapes are ideal for nature lovers and walkers.
The possibility to be in the full of life and hype City of Heraklion in a few minutes makes Pendamodi a unique destination for both foreign and local guests.
Pendamodi Village Crete Location of Pendamodi Village on the map