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Discover the mythical magic of Crete
Crete is the largest of the Greek islands and also further south than there three continents collide, its coastline includes an amazing 1000 km, perhaps a clue as to why more than two million tourists came here last year. Europe, Africa and Asia all meet around of this island and the influences of each culture are easily combined with the classical Greek history that the island has to offer.
Zeus, the ancient god of hospitality it says he was born in Crete and his warmth and generosity and are still displayed by people who live here. You can visit the cave where Zeus was believed to have been born, or the ruins Minoan Palace of Knossos or the Venetian fortress of Rethymnon. garbage proudly Byzantine monasteries and ancient mosques island you see the time has stopped in many years here.
The charming town of Chania has a full range of traditional streets of Venice restore homes that have been expertly converted into restaurants and hotels picturesque tributaries. The old town is a fascinating place to spend a few hours and the Venetian-style harbor a great place to observe people and immerse yourself in the evocative atmosphere.
The ruins of Knossos is probably one of the best and most popular attractions for all the holidays Crete. It is home to the legendary Minotaur, a creature half man and half beast had here in a labyrinth by King Minos. The ruins were discovered in 1900 by Sir Arthur Evans, the British archaeologist and have been beautifully restored.
The city of Venice Rethymnon is one of the best preserved in Greece, and strength the "Fortezza" one of the best preserved buildings. The nearby port once warships docked Turkish and Venetian galleys, but today is brought to life with colorful fishing boats that Bob under the summer sun and taverns that offer wonderful place to relax, delicious food and refreshing drinks.
Crete holidays also have a natural beautiful sides and this is shown to the exception in the Samaria Gorge, west of the island in the White Mountains. This scenic route leads you along the dry bed of the river to the sea with the most famous of which the "Portes", also known as the 'Iron Gates in the path narrows to only 4 feet, but a height of almost 500. The terrain can be quite low rocky his feet, but there are guards stationed along the route, toilet stops and plenty of fresh water. The throat is open only during the summer months as rainfall Winter makes the track dangerous and visitors are closely monitored to ensure that everyone leaves before dark.
Crete vacation may seem synonymous with sun, sea and partying for some, but this island has much more to offer than that. Although very popular during the hot summer months, title = "" Offers> Crete cheap last minute holiday usually can be found if you decide to travel early or late season, you can also enjoy the magic of mythology and undulating nature at its best in these times when the sun is not so dominant.
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