Crete is the largest island in Greek islands and the second largest island in eastern Mediterranean (after Cyprus). Heraklion is a major city such as Chania, Rethymno, Agios Nikolaos, Sitia, Lelapetra, and the largest city and capital of Crete. With its amazing coastline, sandy beach, clear blue ocean, dramatic mountain range and small traditional village, this beautiful island with 650 miles of amazing coastline will join many tourists throughout the year. If you are looking for a wonderful beach, quiet rest and relaxation, a romantic getaway inspired by myths, legends and culture, Crete has everything.
On this diverse island there are resorts suitable for everyone, such as beautiful sand beaches, narrow village streets to explore, restaurants, family-run Taverna, bars, shops, open-air night clubs.
There are four different areas on Crete. Heraklion, Lasithi, West Chania and East Chania.
Heraklion Located in the northern part of the island, it is the most popular tourist destination because it has long sand beaches, various accommodation facilities, restaurants and bars. Hersonissos (15 miles from Heraklion, there is only 18-hole golf course in Crete), Gouves (11 miles east of Heraklion), Kokino Hani (7 miles from Heraklion), Fodele (West of Heraklion) and Koutouloufari is on the slope of Pyrgias mountain.
Western Chania It is located in the east corner of the island, far more developed than Heraklion and it is peaceful. In this area there is a small fishing village in Gerani's small modern resort, uncrowded Maleme, small peaceful Tavronitis, Kolimbari famous for fish taverna.
East Chania Agios Nikolaos, a small resort of Amoudara (2 miles from Agios Nikolaos), a beautiful beach, a traditional Creole island of Carochorio, a calm town, a long seaside promenade of Lulaupetra and a stretch of beaches with two blue flags.
Lasithi , On the north coast of Crete, there are many beaches, a perfect ocean, resort, from vibrant to quiet place. The resort has a blue flag beach, with the largest resort in the local Platanias (6 miles west of Chania Town) and a beautiful scenic Carrieva village that retains the character of Crete.
Summer sunshine, clear water, beautiful beaches are ideal for water sports such as scuba diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, parasailing, water skiing, jet skiing, banana boating and Pedalo. Apart from the beach, tourists can ride horses and explore the island. It is surrounded by desolate old villages, vineyards and olive trees. The rider can follow the trail, hidden road, ancient donkey route and see the best Crete. Others may want to explore the island on foot, by bicycle, or by road. Spring is the best time to go for walks along hiking, walking paths and ancient roads. It leads along the coastline and beautiful countryside. For historical and cultural enthusiasts, Crete is immersed in ancient history and mythology. Known as the birthplace of Zeus, there are many archaeological sites such as Knossos and Paestus, Maria, Zacros and Minoan Palace of Gortin. There are numerous museums on the island, visiting Heraklion's archeological museum and needing to provide insights of the past islands.
Crete has a peak in July and August, falling several times in May, June, September, and in April and October it still has a warm climate and is one of the best climates in Europe. The average temperature in summer is 29 ℃ to 30 ℃ during the day and around 24 ℃ at night. The rest of the year, especially the mountains and the northern part of the island is much cooler.
