Crete is the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean and the largest among the Greek islands. The capital and administrative center is Irákleio or Heraklion located on the north coast. The gradually sloping northern coast consists of natural harbors and coastal plains, where capital cities such as Chania, Rethymnon and Heraklion are located. Sandy and pebble beaches line the coast.
Discover what is nearby, all attractions, sights and museums , shopping zones, beaches, parks and restaurants in Crete.
Crete is the largest island in the Mediterranean and as such offers its visitors a large number of tourist attractions that they can visit. This page contains a list of the best sights you can visit while in Crete. From the rich Minoan culture, to urban cities, to amazing beaches, lakes and caves. It is up to you to choose what you like most.
Ancient Crete is the place where the Minoan civilization was born, one of the most important world civilizations (2600-1150 BC). Huge palace were built, such as the famous palaces of Knossos, Phaestos and Zakros, and the Minoans established a strong naval empire in the Mediterranean. The architecture of ancient sites and temples proves the richness of the island since ancient times. Museums in Crete hide real treasures and on this page you will find a list of the best museums to visit.
Ancient Crete is the place where the Minoan civilization originated, one of the most important world civilizations (2600-1150 BC). Huge palace states were built, such as the famous palaces of Knossos, Phaestos and Zakros, and the Minoans established a strong naval empire in the Mediterranean. This great civilization was stopped by a natural disaster: huge waves caused by the eruption of the volcano Santorini in 1450 BC covered the northern shores of Crete with lava ash. After the invasion of the Achaeans and Dorians, a tribe from northern Europe, the Minoan civilization never came to life. The architecture of ancient sites and temples proves the richness of the island since ancient times.
Kos is an amazing island for those who dare enjoy an adventure to uncover a very long history of the island, Mediterranean beaches, medieval fortresses, hidden thermal springs and lots more. Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine was born on this island five centuries BC. Due to its long and often violent history the island of Kos is also home to some stunningly beautiful medieval castles as well. Finally, some beaches are plain looking but beautiful still and will certainly make you summer holidays very enjoyable.
Crete is the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean and the largest among the Greek islands. The capital and administrative center is Irákleio or Heraklion located on the north coast. The gradually sloping northern coast consists of natural harbors and coastal plains, where capital cities such as Chania, Rethymnon and Heraklion are located. Sandy and pebble beaches line the coast.
