Crafting the Domes Way of Life

Escape DELVE INTO THE MAZE OF THE GRANDEUR OF THE MINOAN ERA AND IDENTIFY THE CULTURAL CONNECTION TO THE PRESENT WITH AWE.

THE ART PRIESTESS

Having selected to live by the sea and olive trees, Zoie Sgourou has become an example of what we call “art imitates life” directing the most successful series and movies set on Crete Island. She is literally a director of contemporary Cretan life. Preparing with respect for Victoria Hislop and then the greatest joy the new serial titled “An August Night”, she continues her vision for the island as she started it directing her short films “Yenaris” and “Houhou”. “They were both shot on Crete Island and with the input of people I love very much.” Agios Nikolaos is her favorite city after all. “This is the reason why I chose to live here. There are many hidden corners and different for everyone, as they are connected to moments of time that influenced us in a way.” Follow her tip and find yourself at “the wonderful route from Elounda to Plaka all the way till that moment when you cast a glance on Spinalonga.”

It’s a Cretan life: Zoie Sgourou (top right) has loved her everyday experience in Agios Nikolaos discovering villages, such as Mohlos (bottom right) and meeting with local people (bottom left).

SHUTTERSTOCK/ MICHAIL ANDROULIDAKI