Crete has the largest number of plants and herbs in Greece, and most are endemic. The wealth of endemic plants and herbs is due to the island’s isolation from the mainland, the existence of high mountains and a wide variety of habitats. The many canyons of Crete constitute refuge for endemic, rare and threatened by …
“Psiloritis” or the mount “Idi” lies in the inland of the island, stretching the prefectures of Heraclion and Rethimno. It is an elongated mountain with few peaks. Its highest peak calls “Timios Stauros” and reaches 2456 meters. Snow covers the main mountain range almost all year. Among its peaks are streams, canyons and plateaus. There …
The Samaria Gorge is located in the southern part of the prefecture of Chania. It is about 16km long, Europe’s second longest canyon. It is a National Park and hosts many endemic species of birds and animals, the most famous of which is the Cretan goat, also known as “Kri-Kri”. How to get there If …
The seaside hamlet of Loutro is a beautiful unique village, built amphitheatrically in a closed and windless bay, offering complete tranquility, relaxation and quiet. The main feature of the area is that it is accessible only by boat or on foot. Thus, you cannot go there with a vehicle and there are no cars and …
The olive oil of Sitia is the best in the world The province of Sitia is a blessed landscape in Eastern Crete. It is producing high quality agricultural products, except of its fantastic places and tourist interest. The ideal combination of soil with the climate of the region, which is dry with long sunshine, results …
Xerokambos is an idyllic place. It is located on the southern east coastline of Crete. The beautiful beaches of the area, combined with the mountains, gorges and olive groves, compose a spectacular landscape. It is an ideal place for those looking for tranquillity, rest and relaxation at their holidays. How to get there There are …
