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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.
Mt. Psiloreitis Natural Park – Unspoilt beauty
The geopark Mt. Psiloreitis is the heart of the entire Crete beats in the inland, in the roots of the ancient mountain.
The cemetery was founded in 1974 by the former German commander Gericke.
The basic idea of the memorial was to design the graveyard for the fallen soldiers according to the four main battle grounds
The Giali Tzamisi is a unique sample of islamic art of Renaissance.
Giali Tzamisi is the unique preserved Mosque of the city and was built during the second half of the 17th century.
Grand Arsenal, hosts the Center of Mediterranean Architecture
The Grand Arsenal is the last of the 17 Neoria to the west. Its construction started in 1585 by the Intendant Alvise Grimani
The beach has thick sand, while in the sea there is a plaque.