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cretanplaces
Sep 22, 20192 min read
Karavostasis (and nearby beaches) in Bali, Rethymnon: the dynamics of geomorphology & tourism
In the area of Bali there are three small beaches, almost always in calm sea condition even in windy days.
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cretanplaces
Aug 27, 20192 min read
The best 4 + 1 sheltered beaches in Crete, for windy days
If the Mistral blows… Find out about the best beaches in #Crete, for windy days. When wind is blowing is unpleasant, and even dangerous,...
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cretanplaces
Jul 22, 20192 min read
Agia Marina Monastery in Voni, Heraklion: one of the major pilgrimage places of Crete
It's a place of spiritual importance. The feast day of Saint Marina is rather a religious festival attracting many pilgrims
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cretanplaces
Jul 21, 20191 min read
Skinakas Observatory. Discovering the Universe from the Cretan mountains [upt 2019]
Overview: A unique experience in the high altitude part of the Cretan landscape. In the central and highest mountain of #Crete,...
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cretanplaces
May 17, 20193 min read
Krasi, Heraklion: a perfect place for recreation in Crete
Find out about Krasi, Heraklion.
Krasi (Κράσι, Krásion) is really a great destination in the Cretan landscape.
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cretanplaces
Apr 15, 20192 min read
Thodorou isle, one of the secret isles in Crete
Thodorou #isle, or Agioi Theodoroi, is a refuge for the #Cretan agrimi (kri-kri) goat (Capra aegagrus creticus), with an intriguing...
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cretanplaces
Apr 7, 20192 min read
Fodele, the village and the landscape
If you are looking for the best of traditional Cretan villages near Heraklion, #Fodele is a great option. This scenic village, just...
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cretanplaces
Oct 30, 20181 min read
Saint Demetrius church at Agios Dimitrios: unknown Byzantine monuments in Crete
The church of Saint Demetrius (Agios Dimitrios) at the small settlement of Agios Dimitrios, about 8 klm SE of #Rethymnon, is one of the...
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cretanplaces
Oct 10, 20181 min read
Botis Thalassinos municipal gallery, Tylissos. Hidden cultural gems around Heraklion
The new municipal art gallery "Botis Thalassinos" at Tylissos, about 20 kilometers to the southwest of #Heraklion, is really a hidden...
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cretanplaces
Aug 21, 20181 min read
Skinakas Observatory. Discovering the Universe from the Cretan mountains
Unique experience in the high altitude part of the Cretan landscape. In the central and highest mountain of Crete, Psiloritis, an...
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cretanplaces
Aug 16, 20181 min read
Top monuments in Crete: the Knossos Palace
The archaeological site of the palace of #Knossos is a world-class attraction. This well-known monument is the most important and iconic...
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cretanplaces
Jul 31, 20181 min read
Extra-urban places of Heraklion: Agia Eirini at Spilia
The church of Agia Eirini at Spilia, is located in the east slopes of a scenic and steep gorge, just a couple of kilometers to the south...
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cretanplaces
Jul 31, 20181 min read
Fodele, the village and the landscape. Traditional Cretan villages near Heraklion
#Fodele, a scenic village about 20 kilometers to the west of #Heraklion, is located in a picturesque small valley with lush vegetation,...
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