- Aptera is an Archeological Site located 9 miles (15km) from Chania in the Chania Region of Crete.
- When the Romans invaded in 69 BCE, it was included in the Province of Crete.
History
- Aptera was a city during the Minoan Civilisation.
- The ancient city flourished during the period of Classical Greece.
- After the Roman invasion of 69 BCE, it continued as a successful city until it was destroyed by an earthquake during the 7th century CE.
Greek and Roman Sites
- Archeological Site of Aptera
- City Walls (2.5 miles or 4km long) built in 3rd century BCE.
- Roman Theatre
- Roman Cistern with three vaults which held water for the Roman Baths.
- Roman Baths complex
- Roman Town Villa
- Remains of Ancient Greek Doric Temples
Archeological site of Aptera