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Atsipopoulo is situated just 5 km south east of Rethymnon and has, like the other neighbouring villages, a long history and is known for its magnificent architecture; this is in no small way due to the Venetians, who inhabited the area from the 14th to 17th century.
Its strategic location gave rise to many battles during the Ottoman occupation and led to its eventual destruction by the Turks in 1866. In this period many villagers earned a reputation as being brave fighters.
Today Atsipopoulos remains one of the most beautiful villages on Crete, not least because the inhabitants were quick to realise the value of its architectural features. These have been restored so that the village retains its appearance and grandeur of Venetian times.
Visitors are sure to be enchanted by the neighbourhood. Courtyards and entranceways, bearing dates from the 17th and 18th century, the village churches and other buildings invite you to spend some time here.
In the village one find hotels and apartments as well several shops, cafenions and tavernas.