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Crete is the most southern district not only of Greece but at the same time of all the European Community. It is also the biggest island of Greece and the second biggest (after Cyprus) of the East Mediterranean. It separates the Aegean from the Libyan sea and marks the boundary between Europe and Africa. Crete covers an area of 8.336 km2. The length of the island is 260 km, while the shore-length is 1.046 km. Majestic mountains rise in its centre - the White mountains, Psiloritis, Dikti. Its plateaus are split by deep gorges and end up in fertile valleys. The scenery is constantly changing. Sometimes harsh and barren , and then wooded and gentle. In one place there are shores lined with forbidding inaccessible rocks in another endless sandy or pebbly beaches. It is the most contradictory place in Greece. You may find high rocky mountains with palm forests or cedar forests at their foot. Crete is also renowned for its variety of vegetation, olive trees , orange groves, vineyards and vegetable gardens. Medicine herbs and fragrant shrubs -laudanum, dittany, marjoram, and thyme - grow in rocky areas and the mountain picks host the '' Kri-Kri'' or else the Cretan goat which you will meet even near the beaches sometimes. The main cities ports of Crete - Chania, Rethymno, Heraklio, Agios Nikolaos, Sitia are all found on the north side of the island which is more developed due to its close position with the rest of Greece. Ierapetra is the only port on the south coast, on the shores of the Libyan sea facing Africa.In this guide you will find info for each prefecture about the history, the towns and the villages, the countryside, the monuments but also about the beaches. But most of all you will find a list of hotels and studios for your accommodation, from a four star hotel to a simple studio with cooking facilities. Check the routes that we suggest so you won't miss a thing in Crete. You will find all the villages and all the secluded beaches to make the most of your time on the island. All of the North part is cosmopolitan and developed while the south part is quite unspoiled, less cosmopolitan and still keeping the traditional character. So you can combine a stay at the North part of the island and excursions to the south.You should definitely need a car, otherwise choose a place close to a beach and use the local buses for your transportation and for sight seeing. Crete has a wild beauty. Steep rocks dive into the sea, forming sandy beaches in between.Most mountains and a large part of the mainland is rocky and extremely imposing. You will be amazed by the high naked mountains the beautiful gorges with the water running inside and at the same time, with the wonderful beaches, secluded or long sandy ones all with crystal clear waters especially at the south part which is exactly opposite to Africa. Crete is the largest of all the Greek islands and so independent that many Cretans regard it as almost a separate country. One of the most popular tourist destinations, Crete has two international airports and excellent roads. The landscape encompasses rugged snow capped mountains and lush green coastal plains. There are many historical sites to visit including Knossos, home of the fabled Minotaur. In Crete you can enjoy great nightlife, excellent beaches and tasty food. An ideal place to relax and recharge.
Crete is divided in 4 prefectures: Chania, Rethymno, Heraklio, Lassithi...
 
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