2024

MOUNT ATHOS

Religious articles store

Here you will find handcrafted icons, which are based on the classical traditions of Byzantine art, as maintained and handed down by the great masters in the field, notably the monks of Mount Athos (which explains the name of this shop). Bringing back an icon of Byzantine style can be a wonderful gift for loved ones, or a beautiful souvenir for oneself, but it should be noted that it is not a cheap purchase, which is quite justified by the know-how and materials needed for this art.

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 Chania - La Canée
2024

ALEXANDRA MANOUSAKIS ART

Works of art design and reproduction €€

Through her vibrantly coloured ceramics and paintings, Alexandra has succeeded in a challenge that few Cretan artists would have dared: to combine traditional Cretan symbolism with a modern vision of art. Her works are the aesthetic witnesses of the inspiration she found when returning to Vatolakkos, the village of her ancestors. Before visiting her showcase, keep in mind that Alexandra's cheerful curved pottery is made on the island, following processes used by her Minoan ancestors 3,000 years ago.

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 Chania - La Canée
2024

ANTIQUE SHOP

Gift ideas

The Byzantine Iconography Workshop of E. Krassagakis is a tiny historical and folklore museum in Crete. A fervent antique dealer, one of the few still to be found in Greece, a well-known auctioneer and restorer, it has real treasures to offer. One can still admire a diving uniform and scuba diving suit dating back to the beginning of the 20th century that belonged to a sponge fisherman, carpets dating back to the 19th century, chandeliers, paintings, among others. A certificate of authenticity will be delivered to you. Possibility of delivery abroad.

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 Héraklion
2024

EVA'S WALK

Grocery store

A shop of traditional products where the welcome is in French. Large selection of organic or award-winning olive oils. You will also find an important department of cosmetic products based on natural elements such as olive oil. Handcrafted ceramics, objects carved in olive wood, wines, dried aromatic plants... An ideal shop to find Cretan gifts to bring back from your stay. The products are presented with taste and the ranges are wide enough for everyone to find what they are looking for.

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 Héraklion
2024

COOPÉRATIVE DES FEMMES

Works of art design and reproduction

Looking to bring back a beautiful gift from your trip to Crete? In this store you will find beautiful kοpanelli (laces) made by the women of the village in the purest Cretan tradition. It is a weaving technique whose origin is lost in time. The lace is woven with the help of a dozen wooden sticks that are placed vertically on a small loom. The lace design is placed on the koussouni, a term that is most likely derived from the French word "coussin".

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 Vamos
2024

MAYABA STORE

Gift ideas

For those who like to hunt or collect kitsch or original objects, Mayaba Store unveils a fairytale world, an accumulation of figurines, rag dolls, candles, light garlands, leather goods and other accessories, mostly handmade. A little Ali Baba's cave! For those who are looking for typical products, this is not where you will find your happiness, go on your way. But lovers of flea markets and second-hand clothes will be delighted to dive here for a few moments, for themselves or to bring back a small gift to relatives

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 Héraklion