9 + 1 REASONS WE LOVE CRETE
Considering Crete is the largest Greek island, there’s plenty of coastal space. Your biggest problem will simply be deciding on which beach to go to.
Delicious food
When it comes to food, there are endless options appropriate for any budget located on the island. Choose from local fisherman spots with fresh seafood to fancy, modern restaurants.
Cretan architecture: A combination of the modern and the traditional
Crete and its architecture has been occasionally influenced by the conquerors. Many of the villages have remain traditional, and many people till now prefer to live this way. A Historical Centre Crete is home to the ancient Minoan culture, and for many years was a central hub of Greek civilisation, being strategically positioned as it is in the Southern Mediterranean. The thriving culture of this island was wiped out by the huge volcanic eruption at Santorini approximately four thousand years ago.
The countryside – beautiful and big
No island in Greece does dramatic quite like Crete. There are mountain ranges across the island, with cloud-piercing tips sending water cutting through the limestone terrain to leave a legacy of more than 400 canyons and gorges that have rightly gained cult status amongst hikers.
Nature There are many scenic routes to take in Crete; some to be done by car and others available as excursions that will give you a real glimpse into the island’s natural beauty. The Richtis and Imbros Gorge and the Lake Kournas are well worth a visit.
Lovely Climate
One of the top reasons why Crete is one of the most visited islands in Greece is because of its great climate and its fantastic weather. Typicak season or month when huge number of peple visit the island is during Hune up to the month of September.
Friendly people
The people of Crete are said to be extremely friendly and find great pleasure in giving their visitors the time of their lives when visiting their home towns!
Faschinating night life
It offers a wide plethora of options to spend amusing nights for all tastes and ages. From wild parties to traditional Greek nights with Cretan musicians, Crete in Greece has it all.