Eileithyia Cave — Local Legends, Hersonissos Municipality, Greece

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.

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