Welcome to Lasithi Plateau

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The Plateau of Lasithi is the favorite destination for many visitors from all around the world. IT’s located at the west end of the prefecture of Lasithi, 40 kilometers west of Agios Nikolaos, at an altitude of 850 meters, covering … Continued

Must see

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The most important sight in the Plateau is the Cavern of Psichros, or else the Cave of Zeus, or the Dikteon Andron, which is located next to the village Psichros. According to the Greek mythology and local tradition, this is … Continued

History

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The Plateau of Lasithi was first populated in the Neolithic era. The cavern of Trapeza at the village Jermiado, was the home of Neolithic people. At the top of the mound Papoura, a city of the mid-Minoan period was discovered. … Continued

Must see in Ierapetra

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KALES.  In 1212, during the Venetian Occupation, started the construction of the castle of the port of Ierapetra, called Kale. The construction was supervised by the Genoan pirate Pescatore. In 1508, a terrible earthquake cause extensive damage to the castle. The … Continued

Beaches

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The beaches of Ierapetra are outstanding. Most of them have gray sand. Others are lined with pebbled and some of them mix pebbles with sand. Their common characteristic is that the sea in each place is absolutely fantastic. Deep blue … Continued

History of Ierapetra

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Ierapetra was founded by Kirbas, who belonged in a tribe of Rhodes, the Telchines. The city was originally named after its founder, while during the course of history, it was renamed to Camiros, then to Pytna and finally to Ierapetra. … Continued

Welcome to Ierapetra

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Ierapetra is the southern-most city of Europe and the largest city in the south coast of Crete. Built along the coast in the south coast of the prefecture of Lasithi, it has a lot to offer to visitors. History, nature, … Continued

Welcome to Sitia

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Sitia is the eastern-most town in Crete, built amphitheatrically on the hill of Bonda, right next to the sea, with a population of approximately 10.000 people. The moderate touristic growth has not altered the picturesque feeling, tradition and tranquility of … Continued