Karfi, Archaeological site atop Dikti Mountains, Greece
The settlement remains extend across eastern slopes at 1100 meters elevation, featuring stone foundations of houses, streets, and water systems from ancient times.
Following Dorian arrival around 1200 BCE, Minoan inhabitants established this mountaintop settlement, maintaining their presence until approximately 725 BCE.
The discovered sanctuary contained numerous religious artifacts, including clay figurines of goddesses with raised arms, now exhibited at Heraklion Archaeological Museum.
Visitors can reach the site through a dirt path from Kera village or by following sections of the European E4 hiking trail network.
The limestone peak formation resembles a nail, giving the site its modern name Karfi, while its ancient designation remains unknown to researchers.
GPS coordinates: 35.20989,25.47680
Latest update: March 3, 2025 22:01
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