Traditional olive mill at Sarchos
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The traditional oil mill is located in the village of Sarchos, which is 22 km from Heraklion. The oil mill dates back to the early 20th century.
It is a ground floor stone building of rectangular plan. The roof of the building is wooden, covered with tiles. The facade of the building is simple, with a wooden entrance door and a large window.
Inside, there is a wooden chamber with a staircase, while a stone arch stands on the inside wall. The oil mill is maintained in excellent condition, and, today, it houses the Folklore Museum.