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Crete is the largest and most populous of the Greek islands, the The capital and the largest city is Heraklion.
Crete forms a significant part of the economy and cultural heritage of Greece, while retaining its own local cultural traits (such as its own poetry and music). It was once the centre of the Minoan civilization (c. 2700–1420 BC), which is currently regarded as the earliest recorded civilization in Europe.
The island is first referred to as Kaptara in texts from the Syrian city of Mari dating from the 18th century BC,repeated later in Neo-Assyrian records and the Bible (Caphtor). It was also known in ancient Egyptian as Keftiu, strongly suggesting a similar Minoan name for the island.
Crete has a rich mythology mostly connected with the ancient Greek Gods but also connected with the Minoan civilization.
The modern city of Chania is founded in the site of a significant ancient Minoan settlement, Kydonia
The extended excavations in the archaeological site of Kasteli, which constitutes one of the most important monuments of the prehistoric period of Crete
Balos is definitely the most photographed beach of Crete, a very favorite theme of all tourist guides in Greece. It is famous for its turquoise waters, wild natural beauty and exquisite exotic scenery.
Balos is definitely the most photographed beach of Crete, a very favorite theme of all tourist guides in Greece.
The famous lagoon of Balos is located approximately 56km northwest of Chania and 17km northwest of Kissamos.
Ammolofi of Agios Pavlos Beach, perhaps the most beautiful beach of prefecture Rethymnon, is a fantastic bay in a wild and majestic scenic landscape with huge sandhills. The beach has rich seabed and is ideal for snorkeling.The sunset of the area is…
Chania lighthouse, the jewel of the city, is one of the oldest light houses
The lighthouse is a major attraction in the old port of Chania especially at night when it’s lit up