Skalani village is located about 11 kilometers south of Heraklion at 244 meters altitude and is famous for its grape and olive products produced by its inhabitants and famous wineries which operate here.

Although it's a village that maintaining his picturesque character, it is in full growh and has the conveniences of a small town as here there are all kinds of shops and services. Quite important is the existence of the active Cultural Association of the village which organizes interesting cultural events all around the year.

Apart from the village is impressive the natural wealth that surrounds it with exquisite vineyards and olive groves, the Canyon of Skalani and the remains of the forgotten monastery of Agios Minas, unique in Crete, whose identity was recognized only a few decades ago and appears to played important role on the 16th-15th century.

You can visit the Skalani through our tour Tour 3 and discover a unique village of the island.