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 Greece – Complete Island Guide | Discover Greece
WEBThe largest island in Greece, Crete is renowned for its pin-up beaches, wild natural beauty, exquisite cuisine and thousands of years of culture and history. As Crete’s most celebrated author, Nikos Kazantzakis (of Zorba the Greek fame), …
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 · 1. Visit the famous historical Palace of Knossos. At the Palace of Knossos , you can feel the playful passion of the artists who painted its many frescoes 4000 years ago, such as the one in the queen's megaron (bedroom) showing dolphins frolicking. Check out the charging bulls on the famous work near the North Entrance.
Crete: Things to Know Before You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
WEBCrete Tourism: Tripadvisor has 1,796,124 reviews of Crete Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best Crete resource.
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.
8 best places to visit in Crete - Lonely Planet
WEBFeb 3, 2024 · Crete. The 8 best places to visit in Crete. Ryan Ver Berkmoes. Feb 3, 2024 • 6 min read. Crete overflows with things to see, from ancient monasteries to beaches © GP PHOTOTRENDS / Shutterstock. Crete may be an island, but it packs in a whole country's worth of unmissable sites within its lovely shores.
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.
Crete: All You Need to Know Before You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
WEBCrete. If you want to go back to where it all began, start in Crete. The largest Greek island is also known as the birthplace of ancient Minoan civilisation (think: BCE), which means endless ruins and historic sites to uncover. The Knossos Palace is a can’t-miss, with its 4,000-year-old frescoes and architectural wonders.
Crete – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBCrete ( Greek: Κρήτη / Kríti, sometimes spelled "Krete" in English) is the largest of the Greek islands and is the fifth largest in the Mediterranean Sea - after Sicily, Sardinia, Cyprus, and Corsica. It is located between the Sea of Crete and the Libyan Sea, south of the Peloponnese.
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