It is located south of almost the rest of the country, in the southern part of the aegean sea separating the aegean from the libyan sea. Activities, culinary journeys and unique landscapes that will leave you with indelible memories. About 30 years after my first trip to crete, i keep coming back to the mediterranean island that would eventually become my home away from home
Kokini ammos the unique nudist beach near Matala, Crete, Greece Stock Photo - Alamy
A visit to crete always starts with a shot of raki, also known as tsikoudia, a local spirit served to break the ice.
With beautiful beaches, delicious local cuisine and mountainous hiking trails, crete has plenty to keep you busy
Here are the island's best experiences. Crete is the largest greek island and a landmark in the maritime crossroads between the west and the east, europe and africa, a unique and fascinating place full of transitions and surprises. Crete, fifth largest island in the mediterranean and largest of the islands forming part of modern greece Crete is where the first european civilization, the minoan, thrived.
Crete is the largest island in greece, and the fifth largest one in the mediterranean sea Here, you can admire the remnants of brilliant civilizations, explore glorious beaches, impressive mountainscapes, fertile valleys and steep gorges, and become part of the island’s rich gastronomic culture. I’ve written this crete travel guide as an introduction to crete, and an overview of some of the best towns to stay in, villages to visit, and things to see & do on the island. Experience authentic cretan hospitality and explore the culture of crete
