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The Folk Museum of Chandra is a remarkable effort to preserve the local cultural heritage and has been created with love for tradition. It was established with the contribution of the villagers, who offered exhibits, labor and financial support, with the aim of preserving and promoting the way of life of the older generations.
It is housed in a renovated traditional house near the square of the village of Chandra in Sitia, and operates during the summer months with free admission. The collection includes authentic objects of daily use, traditional costumes and family heirlooms, donated by the locals.
Among the exhibits are: agricultural tools in a representation of an old warehouse, a loom, traditional men’s and women’s costumes, bridal lingerie, old household utensils, pottery, saffron, old photographs and a traditional fireplace.
The museum offers visitors the unique experience of getting to know the culture and everyday life of yesterday’s Crete, being a living part of local history.
*The photos are sourced from the community handras.weebly.com.
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Folk Art, Popular Culture
Chandra's, Sitia, Lasithi
+30 2843031092, +30 6937357041
Monday – Friday: 08:00-17:00
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