Crete Greece – Complete Island Guide | Discover Greece
WebCrete is the largest and southernmost island in Greece, located between the Aegean and the Libyan Sea. It has a population of around 630,000. Just above Crete are the Cyclades islands and, to the northeast, the Dodecanese islands.
Crete - Wikipedia
WebCrete (/ k r iː t / KREET; Greek: Κρήτη, Modern: Kríti, Ancient: Krḗtē [krɛ̌ːtεː]) is the largest and most populous of the Greek islands, the 88th largest island in the world and the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, after Sicily, Sardinia, Cyprus, and Corsica.
Crete - Visit Greece
WebCrete is the largest island in Greece, and the fifth largest one in the Mediterranean Sea. Here, you can admire the remnants of brilliant civilizations, explore glorious beaches, impressive mountainscapes, fertile valleys and steep gorges, and become part of the island’s rich gastronomic culture. Crete is, after all, a small universe teeming ...
Crete | History & Geography | Britannica
WebMay 16, 2024 · Crete, island in the eastern Mediterranean Sea that is one of 13 administrative regions (periféreies) of Greece. Crete is the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean and the largest of the islands forming part of modern Greece.
Crete Greece: Complete Travel Guide | Greeka
WebABOUT CRETE. Crete is the biggest island in Greece and among the largest ones in the Mediterranean Sea. Boasting one of the country's most beautiful natural landscapes, it offers views and experiences galore! To start with, the island's beaches are out of this world!
Crete travel - Lonely Planet | Greece, Europe
WebCrete. Greece, Europe. Crete is a tapestry of splendid beaches, ancient treasures and landscapes, weaving in vibrant cities and dreamy villages, where locals share their traditions, wonderful cuisine and generous spirit. Best Time to Visit.
15 of the best things to do in Crete, Greece - Lonely Planet
WebJan 4, 2024 · A couple of cafes offer refreshments, and trails lead off to minor archaeological sites. This article was first published Jul 19, 2022 and updated Jan 4, 2024. With beautiful beaches, delicious local cuisine and mountainous hiking trails, Crete has plenty to keep you busy. Here are the island's best experiences.
Incredible Crete | The official tourism website of Crete
WebCrete is the largest Greek island and a landmark in the maritime crossroads between the West and the East, Europe and Africa, a unique and fascinating place full of transitions and surprises.
How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Crete, Greece - Travel
WebApr 23, 2024 · Best Things to Do. Best Beaches. Best Time to Visit. Photo: Gautier Houba/Travel + Leisure. Crete, Greece's largest island, clocks in at more than 3,000 square miles and offers plenty of...
8 best places to visit in Crete - Lonely Planet
WebFeb 3, 2024 · Crete may be an island, but it packs in a whole country's worth of unmissable sites within its lovely shores. From the ornate architecture and culture of Hania to the deeply symbolic monastery at Moni Preveli, there is so much to see on Greece's largest island.
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