Askifou

Located around 50 kilometers southeast of Chania, Askifou is a charming village nestled high in the mountains at an altitude of 730 meters. It is located in Askifou Plateau, which is famous throughout the Europe as a hiking destination. Apart from its breathtaking mountain scenery, Askifou is also famous for its cheese pie.

Askifou is renowned for its breathtaking mountain scenery and fertile land, where local farmers cultivate crops such as potatoes, chestnuts, grapes, and various cereals. One of the notable landmarks in Askifou is the ruins of two Turkish castles, known as the Koules of Askifou, perched atop a hill near the village of Goni. These fortifications date back to the late 19th century and serve as a reminder of the region's tumultuous history.

The Askifou Plateau, encompassing four small villages with a few inhabitants, offers a serene and authentic backdrop of the White Mountains. The plateau also serves as a gateway to numerous hiking trails, including the popular Imbros Gorge, Kalikrates Gorge, and Aradena Gorge. To reach Askifou from Chania, It takes a drive of approximately one hour.