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- Discovering Crete
Discovering Crete
Crete is an island with an ancient history rooted in myth. Here you will find palaces, archaeological sites, beaches and great food! Let's discover Crete!1- Balos Lagoon
A beach that rivals Elafonisi, Balos Lagoon is just as heavenly and is one of the most famous images of Crete. Balos is located about 60 kilometers northwest of Chania and can be reached by ferry from Kissamos. The lagoon is positioned between two promontories, Gramvousa and Tigani, which create a natural shallow pool of water as beautiful as it is safe. By boat you will also have the opportunity to get a closer look at the islands of Gramvousa, one of which, Imeri Gramvousa, has a historic fort built by the Venetians.
2- The Monastery of Arkadi
This monastery just over 20 kilometers southeast of Rethymno is of great importance to the history of Crete and to the local inhabitants. Supposedly founded by the Byzantine Emperor Arcadius in the 5th century, Arkadi Monastery is located on a plateau surrounded by vineyards, olive trees and oak trees. In Ottoman times it was famous for its gold embroidery and an exceptionally rich library. In 1866, during the Cretan revolt, 943 Greeks locked themselves in the monastery and resisted for three days against the Ottomans. The siege ended when the Cretans set fire to their barrels of gunpowder, choosing martyrdom over surrender. The site is now a Greek national shrine, and November 8, the day of the explosion, is a day of celebration in Arkadi and Rethymno.
Also take a look at 6 things to do in Crete.
Also take a look at 6 things to do in Crete.
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4- Dakos
Chopped tomatoes, fresh cheese, herbs and olive oil on a Paximadi (a kind of bruschetta). They are topped with plenty of olive oil to make them soft, but without taking away the crunchiness of the bruschetta.Also take a look at dishes to try in Crete. Compare flight deals to Crete with Jetcost!
