Anogia is 52 kilometers away from Rethymnon, 36 kilometers from Heraklion and 800 meters on the ridge of the hill called Armi.
Anogia is 36 kilometers away from Heraklion and 52 kilometers away from Rethymno, at an altitude of 800 meters. They are built on the ridge of the Armi of Psiloritis, in an upper part. Anogia has a very close relationship with Psiloritis and its mountainous landscapes. They are considered the focus of a modern Cretan culture. The inhabitants of Anogia seem to enjoy every moment of their life and do not hesitate to express their joy, while the insult to their honor may be the reason for the arms out. From this area originate families with significant contribution to the Cretan and wider Greek tradition.
Ten kilometers away from Anogia, at an altitude of 1300 meters, lies the well-known source Zominthos with rich water, which is also the main source for Anogia. West of the village lies the archaeological site of Zominthos.