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Axos Village |
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Axos is situated in a rich valley on the north part of Psiloritis mountain. Axos reached its peak during the Byzantine years as proved by the big number of churches that can be found in the region. A total of 46 churches existed in the region and nine of them are rescued until today. |
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Arkadi Monastery |
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The Arkadi Monastery is one of Crete's most venerated symbols of freedom. The defiant defence of this fortress-like monastery during the 1866 Cretan rebellion against the Turks is still legendary and inspirational
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Kournas lake |
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Á picturesque lake, the only one on the island, about 48 km. East of Chania. The mountains surrounding it are reflected in its calm waters. There are taverns in the area for a bite to eat. |
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Spili |
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This is a picturesque village built at an altitude of 430 metres, in verdant surroundings where sparkling springs, stone fountains, cool shady nooks and churches with beautiful murals, create an idyllic picture. The main square of the village is lovely and has a fine stone fountain constituted by a row of stone carved lion heads from where crystal-clear water flows.
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Melidoni cave |
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The Melidoni Cave was used for cult worship during the Neolithic, Minoan and Archaic periods. The cave was also the mythical home of Talos--the giant bronze protector of Crete used to circle Crete twice a day, warding off its enemies. Legend says that the sorceress Medea removed his protective thorn and he bled to death. |
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Sfentoni cave |
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Sfentoni Cave is situated in the village of Zoniana in the prefecture of Rethymno. It lies 43 km from Heraklion and 52 km from Rethymno. It has a surface area of about 3,000 square metres (0.3 ha). It is one of the most important caves in Greece. The cave was discovered in the 70s. |
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Knossos |
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Knossos is probably one of the most impressive archaeological sites that anyone can visit in today's Greece. It was once the canter of one of the most powerful civilizations of the ancient world and through excavations, mythology and history tells us the story of its people, the Masters of the Sea: the Minoans. Excavations showed that the area was inhabited since the Neolithic times (6000 BC and perhaps even earlier) and verified that the Neolithic levels of Knossos are amongst the deepest in Europe. |
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Phaistos |
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Phaistos was one of the most important centres of Minoan civilization, and the most wealthy and powerful city in southern Crete. It was inhabited from the Neolithic period until the foundation and development of the Minoan palaces in the 15th century B.C. The sites are about one hour drive South of Heraklion, and within easy reach of the famous beach of Matala.
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Bali |
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Bali is colourful and friendly seaside resort. The resort has loads to offer including 4 grey sand/pebble beaches with jet skiing, sailing and paragliding, a great surrounding area perfect for walking and mountain biking and a lot of nightlife. |
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Samaria gorge |
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Samaria is said to be the longest gorge in Europe. The gorge of Samaria is situated in the National park of Samaria, in the White Mountains in West Crete. The Samaria National Park was established to protect the endemic flora and fauna of this fascinating region that encompasses Europe's longest gorge and a number of smaller gorges. It is one of the two remaining habitats to the Cretan wild goat or Kri-Kri that lives in secluded hollows on the mountainside.
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Argyroupoli |
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Western Crete’s prettiest mountain village is tucked in the foothills of the Lefka Ori, on the site of the Hellenistic town of Lappa. The slopes of its valley setting flourish with lush greenery, watered by natural springs. Argyroupoli makes a good base for relatively easy walking in the surrounding hills.
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Margarites village |
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The village Margarites has a good country and mountain view and a forest nearby that has been characterized national park from Greece. The village has several taverns, butchery, a bakery, some cafes, a mini market, a monastery of great beauty you can visit as well as 19 churches! Also the village has been characterized as an international centre of ceramics and has work shops that sell many types of ceramic art.
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Prevelli |
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As far as I know there is no other place like Preveli in Europe: Sea, river and palm trees - and the spirit of Greek culture and history. No wonder many people call Preveli a holy place. |
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Renaissance festival |
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The municipality of Rethymno has created the Renaissance Festival and has been supporting it for the last 20 year. The central theme for the festival is the cultural dialogue between people, from North to South, East to West and an exchange of Art and Science. Hundreds of artists from all over the world gather each year in Rethymno to participate in the festival with theatrical, music and dance performances, art exhibitions ect. The event takes place from the beginning of June until the end of August. |
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Wine festival |
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It’s a 2-week celebration of Cretan wine, music and dance. Since the summertime 1987 and each summertime until today it is organised in Rethymno. In all the duration of feast the consumption of wine reaches in high levels something absolutely natural after the wine is offered free of charge. |
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