Crete

Drenched in history and mythology Crete is said to be the birthplace of the Gods, with its wild rugged coastlines, variety of imposing ravines and attractive plateaus, not to mention numerous caves of historical and geological interest, underground hollows were the passage of time has developed, beautiful blue flag beaches and spectacular mountain scenery all qualifies in making this island unique in character and an island most definitely set apart from any other.

Crete occupies an important geographical position in the eastern Mediterranean basin amidst the three continents of the Old World lying about 100k from Europe, 180 from Asia and about 270 from Africa. It is set between the Cretan, Ionian and Libyan Seas, its position, together with the morphology of the terrain, guarantees Crete a Mediterranean climate, amongst the mildest in Europe.

Crete is elongated in shape from west to east, and lies on the southernmost edge of the Aegean Sea. Its northern shore is washed by the Sea of Crete, its southern shore by the Sea of Libya, its western shore by the Myrtoon Sea and its eastern shore by the Carpathian Sea. Its greatest length from Cape Gramvoussa (West) to Cape Lithino (East) is 260(k), and its greatest width from Cape Dia to Cape Lithino 60(k).

You will find the people of Crete regard themselves as Cretans first and then Greek and their friendliness and hospitality add to the attraction of this individualistic island.

Whatever part of the island you are on, there is something different to see and do needless to say even the most travelled, finds this island difficult to leave after ones first visit, each place will offer you a chapter of Crete which will leave you always wanting more.