Sunny Island Crete – the abode of gods and tranquility
Crete is an island where for 340 days a year the sun warms this fertile land, here it is easy to breathe from the abundance of eucalyptus trees and rich sea air. You can swim in the sea from mid-April until the end of October. The northern coast, where almost all hotels are located, is washed by a warm current, therefore there is a very mild climate. The coastline of the beaches in the north of the island is one of the longest in the world. There is no strong heat, the mountains give shade and coolness, breezes are blowing from the sea. This island is decorated with green groves of olive trees and fragrant flower beds. The transparent turquoise-blue sea beautifully emphasizes the white beaches, coastal cliffs and seaside villages in white and pink style.
Even in ancient times, the island was glorified by Homer, it is the birthplace of all gods and the cradle of the main one – Zeus. According to legend, it was here, on the Lassithi Plateau, that he was born in a deep cave and fed with milk of a wild mountain goat – the Crees. And when he grew up, he fell in love with the beautiful Europe, kidnapped her in the form of a white bull and moved here to this island, where she bore him three sons.
Even in ancient times, the island was glorified by Homer, it is the birthplace of all gods and the cradle of the main one – Zeus. According to legend, it was here, on the Lassithi Plateau, that he was born in a deep cave and fed with milk of a wild mountain goat – the Crees. And when he grew up, he fell in love with the beautiful Europe, kidnapped her in the form of a white bull and moved here to this island, where she bore him three sons.
Flying up to Crete, the island of divine love, we can see from above the capital of the island – Heraklion, picturesquely located on the slopes of the mountains off the coast of the Mediterranean Sea.
Flying up to Crete, the island of divine love, we can see from above the capital of the island – Heraklion, picturesquely located on the slopes of the mountains off the coast of the Mediterranean Sea.
In the town of Agios Nikolaos stands a monument to those legendary events.
In the town of Agios Nikolaos stands a monument to those legendary events.
The island of Crete hospitably welcomes guests in its capital with sunshine and fresh sea air.
The island of Crete hospitably welcomes guests in its capital with sunshine and fresh sea air.
Cretans are very friendly and hospitable people. You are always welcome as the closest people! When a tourist tired of big cities comes here, he seems to fall into the arms of bliss, comfort, and pacification. Calm and unhurried life on the island contributes to this. Nobody is in a hurry here, and this relaxation is passed on to all visitors.
Cretans are very friendly and hospitable people. You are always welcome as the closest people! When a tourist tired of big cities comes here, he seems to fall into the arms of bliss, comfort, and pacification. Calm and unhurried life on the island contributes to this. Nobody is in a hurry here, and this relaxation is passed on to all visitors.
The largest city in Crete, Heraklion, was named after the powerful Hercules, very revered in Greek mythology. The port of the unofficial capital of the island is the sea gate of Crete, the third busiest in all of Greece.
The largest city in Crete, Heraklion, was named after the powerful Hercules, very revered in Greek mythology. The port of the unofficial capital of the island is the sea gate of Crete, the third busiest in all of Greece.
Particular attention of tourists in the capital of Crete attracts fountain “Morosini”, so named after the governor of Crete Francesco Morosini. At one time, he laid a water supply to deliver water from mountain rivers directly to the city. The fountain was opened in 1628, water flowed from it throughout the city. The lions guarding the fountain is a symbol of the Republic of Venice, which was in power at that time.
Particular attention of tourists in the capital of Crete attracts fountain “Morosini”, so named after the governor of Crete Francesco Morosini. At one time, he laid a water supply to deliver water from mountain rivers directly to the city. The fountain was opened in 1628, water flowed from it throughout the city. The lions guarding the fountain is a symbol of the Republic of Venice, which was in power at that time.
In addition, the capital of Crete is attractive and other monuments and temples, preserved from the Minoan era. Agios Titos Cathedral
In addition, the capital of Crete is attractive and other monuments and temples, preserved from the Minoan era. Agios Titos Cathedral
Recently opened after reconstruction in the old town, the archaeological museum is one of the best in the world and the largest in Greece. A collection of unique masterpieces of art of the Minoan civilization from the period of the early Neolithic to the era of the Roman Empire, spanning a span of 5,500 years. The exposition, consisting of jewelry, household items, figurines and even sarcophagi, occupies several rooms on 3 floors.
Recently opened after reconstruction in the old town, the archaeological museum is one of the best in the world and the largest in Greece. A collection of unique masterpieces of art of the Minoan civilization from the period of the early Neolithic to the era of the Roman Empire.
