Argyroupoli

Argyroupolis is a village in the Rethymno region of Crete, Greece. It is located at an altitude of 260 metres between the Mousselas and Petres rivers. The village has a population of about 700, mainly engaged in agriculture and animal husbandry. Argyroupolis has a rich history. It was built on the site of the ancient city of Lappa, which dates back to the 8th century BC. According to mythology, Lappa was founded by the Greek hero Agamemnon. The village has remains of Roman, Byzantine and Venetian architecture, including mosaic floors, Byzantine churches with frescoes and impressive Venetian residences.