Irakleion, Greece

Eileithyia Cave

Eileithyia Cave was a sacred cave dedicated to the goddess of childbirth, Eileithyia, on the island of Crete. The site was used from the Neolithic to the Roman era, with worship flourishing in the Late Minoan period. It is located one kilometre south of the town of Amnisos.

City
Irakleion
Country
Greece
Category
Religious
Suggested visit
About 45 minutes

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