
Local Legends
Eileithyia Cave
Hersonissos Municipality, Greece
Eileithyia Cave (also the Cave of Eileithyia) 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 (0.6 mi) south of the town of Amnisos.
- Category
- Local Legends
- Location
- Hersonissos Municipality, Greece
- Coordinates
- 35.32455, 25.20543
- How to get there
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- Wikidata
- Q5349480
What is Eileithyia Cave?
Eileithyia Cave is a Local Legends place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Skotino cave, Dikteon Andron, Trapeza, Crete, Zominthos.
Where is Eileithyia Cave?
Eileithyia Cave is in Hersonissos Municipality, Greece. Coordinates: 35.32455, 25.20543.
How do I get to Eileithyia Cave?
Eileithyia Cave is at Hersonissos Municipality, Greece (35.32455, 25.20543). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.