CNN: These are 17 most beautiful Greek villages

Mountain and seaside. More or less known. It is the Greek villages that greek and foreign visitors love when they go on holiday. They stand out for their wildlife, their…

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Rethymno Region

Rethymnon province, an area rich in history and natural beauty Rethymnon is a region peppered with historic sites and natural wonders. Descend into the spooky darkness of grotto-like caves; explore...
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Chania Region

Picturesque towns, amazing gorges and beaches, form the identity of Chania The Chania region, often informally termed 'Western Crete', is a beautiful and in many parts unspoiled part of the...
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Toplou Monastery

Toplou is a living museum of the monastic history of Crete Toplou Monastery or Monastery of Panagia Akrotiriani (Our Lady of Akrotiri) is one of the most significant and beautiful monasteries in...
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About Heraklion Town

Explore Heraklion's many facets and rich multi-cultural past Heraklion is Crete’s biggest city, whose emblem is the Venetian fortress of Koules and it harmoniously combines a multilingual past with Byzantine churches standing...
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Mochlos Village

Choose Mochlos for a truly relaxing stay in Crete Mochlos is a small picturesque fishing village located in the gulf of Mirabello in Eastern Crete, easily within reach of Agios Nikolaos, Ierapetra...
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Ierapetra Town

Ierapetra combines splendid beaches, history and gastronomical pleasures On approach Ierapetra cannot be accused of being the best looker in Crete, but on closer inspection this sea-facing town backed by snowcapped...
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Chiona Beach

Chiona beach with its shallow and calm waters is ideal for families with children The serene landscape of Chiona beach perfectly portrays the character of eastern Crete. Thin sand, shallow...
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Xerokampos Beach

Xerokampos, still unspoilt, awaits those seeking tranquillity and privacy Xerokampos is actually not really a village or a beach, but it is more like a collection of different beaches, and groups...
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Listis Beach

The virgin beach of Listis will mesmerize you with its blue crystal waters and big rocks Listis is located 69km southeast of Iraklion, between Keratokambos (2km western) and Tsoutsouras. The...
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Ammoudara Beach

Ammoudara is a popular resort, mainly for its magnificent beach Ammoudara, is one of the most popular north coast resorts of Crete, some 5 km west of Heraklion. Almost a continuation of Heraklion, Ammoudara...
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Koudoumas Beach

Koudoumas beach is for adventurers and those seeking unorganized swimming spots The quiet and secluded beach of Koudoumas is located between Agios Ioannis and the Monastery of Koudoumas in the Asterousia mountains.To get there on...
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Macha Beach

Discover Macha beach, a hidden gem in an unspoilt landscape Macha beach is a hidden and totally secluded treasure located on the southern shores of Asterousia mountains. It is about...
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Lendas Beach

Lendas is a busy beach with amenities and friendly...ducks Lendas is a remote coastal village located 74km south of Heraklion, on the southern slopes of the imposing Asterousia Mountains. It...
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Plakias Village

Visit Plakias for great outdoor activities and excursions Plakias is a popular tourist destination on the south coast of the Rethymnon Prefecture. The main beach is some 1.3 km long, sandy and organized (sunbeds,...
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Sfendoni Cave

A magic world of stalagmites and stalactites await you in Sfendoni cave. One of the most remarkable caves in Greece, the Sfendoni cave covering an area of about 3.000 square meters, is...
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Kastelli Town

Make beautiful Kastelli your base to explore west Crete Kissamos is a town with two names, Kissamos and Kastelli. When it is called Kastelli, the word "Kissamou" ("of Kissamos") is usually added, to...
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