Explore True Crete
The largest archeological museum of the prefecture is in Agios Nikolaos and consists of 8 halls. Exhibits included in the collection are findings from the whole of Eastern Crete, dated as far back as 8.000 years ago (Neolithic, Minoan and … Continued
Xerokampos is a small village with beautiful taverns, near the sea, known for its canyon and Alatsolimni. Alatsolimni is the Xerokampos’ largest beach, and is named after the fact that, whenever there are waves, the sea water reaches the shore … Continued
Some of the best beaches in Crete can be found in Makrys Gialos. The main beach of Makrys Gialos located in front of the village is approximately 1 kilometer long, sandy, and has been awarded the Blue Flag. Its unique characteristic … Continued
A large, organized beach, east of Ierapetra, with reclines and umbrellas. It’s several kilometers in length. The negative aspect of the beach, is that it’s exposed to the wind, creating waves often. The shore is sandy (thick sand) and … Continued
Kouremenos is one of Palecastro’s large beaches, on the eastern coast of Lasithi. Located between Palecastro and Vai, 2.5 kilometers after Palecastro. The bitch is sandy in some places and pebbled in others. The water is clear but relatively deep. … Continued
Kato Zakros is an area with particular touristic interest. There are 3 different reasons to visit Kato Zakros: The Canyon of the Dead, The archeological site of the Minoan Kato Zakros, as well as the outstanding beach with its beautiful … Continued
In Lasithi, there are a lot of beautiful beaches with crystal-clear waters, some organized, some not, some more public, others more secluded. Most of them can be found in the eastern and southern coast. By motorcycle or car, you will … Continued
