Continuing your excursion north from Eleftherna, follow the road
that leads to Margarites village, only four kilometres away from
the archaeological site. In the past it suffered two catastrophic
forays
by invaders; the Venetians in 1333, and later the Turks, and during
their rule it was the seat of the Cretan Revolutionary Council.
It is built at the foot of Mount Psiloritis, in a magical landscape
with traditional architecture. Today, the village is famous for
its pottery, a main occupation of the inhabitants for many years
now. The potters exhibit their wares in the village square; the
products are truly beautiful, and you might want to buy a sample
of their artistry.
On the north side of the village you can visit the pottery kiln.
The village also has Byzantine churches with amazing wall-paintings.
