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 by NatassaPL
I forgot to tell that in the way to xerokampos, after Ziros plateau the views are breathtakings.
PHOTOS; you can see many many photos in the following address.
http://www.crete-today.com/b-xerokambos.htm
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 Inside the cave by Lilasel
According to mythology, Rhea hid the baby Zeus from the murderous Cronos in this cave. But this is only one of two caves claiming to be this cave. The other cave is Idaion Andron. The story about Zeus is told here: Zeus Grown Up in a Cave.
Archaeologists have uncovered many icons and votive symbols, confirming that the cave was an important place of worship during the Minoan era. In the background of the cave is a small pond, where - according to myth - Zeus bathed and around which most of the offerings were found.
This cave is also the place of a second story, where Zeus many years later met Europe.
In 1999 electric light was installed in this cave. Leave a Comment Directions: 48km east of Heraklion and 52km west of Agios Nicholaos, near the village of Psychro. From Psychro 800 m walk, or ride on a mule.
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 by Lilasel
Moni Toplou is an attractive monastery about 18 km East of Sitia. It is built high on a rugged plateau on the way to Erimoupoli or Vai, and its architecture resembles a fort due to the fact that throughout history it had to defend itself from bandits, pirates, and invaders.
Moni Toplou literally means "Monastery with the gun", thus named by the Turks because it had in its possession a small cannon.
The monastery was founded in the 15th century but was devastated during the earthquake of 1612 and it was rebuilt by the Venetians, but it was destroyed again by the Turkish occupation of Crete. Leave a Comment
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 restored windmills by Lilasel
The group of windmills has been declared a work of art since 1986. The mills belong to individuals and some of them have been restored while others still remain half-ruined. Leave a Comment Directions: Prefecture of Lasithiou
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 by Lilasel
The lagoon of Elounda is shaped between the coast and a small peninsula of 7-8 km length, that serves as a breakwater. Today the peninsula is separated from the mainland by a channel dug by the French at the end of the 19th century. A narrow bridge joins the peninsula with the mainland.
The village itself has some attractive restaurants and cafes and a rather more usual seafront. Nearby attractions - if you can tear yourself away from all the resort facilities - include visits to the nearby historic Spinalonga island. Leave a Comment
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Visit the only palmforest in Europe with its clean waters and beautiful beach. It is situated on the northern edge of the region pf Paleokastro on the headland of Sidero. Its beauty is unique.
Busses to Vai from Sitia daily: 09:30 - 11:00 - 12:00 - 14:30
returning busses from Vai to Sitia: 10:15 - 12:45 - 16:00
the ticket costs euro 2,70
P.S.(1) there is a big parking place with a small fee.
P.S. (2) there is restaurant - coffe house and a small mini market. Address: Sitia area - Palekastro - VaiDirections: From Sitia take the direction Palekastro, when you arrive at Palekastro take the road to the left, this road leeds to Vai.
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The unique Vai palm-forest lies 92 km east of Agios Nikolaos and occupies an area of 250 square km. It is a tropical landscape which is an exception in Greece. Its unique beauty is reminiscent of tropical locations, as 5,000 palm-trees extend for two miles and reach the beautiful golden beach which attracts scores of swimmers in summer. It is the largest known palm-tree forest throughout Europe.
According to a local legend, Phoenician merchants arrived here and threw date-seeds, which produced the famous palm-trees (vagia), after which the area was named.
It receives a large number of visitors who come to see the rare landscape and enjoy its marvelous sea.
The beach is very clean and beautiful but can be over-crowded. By the way the entrance to the beach and its parking costs 3 EUR now, but you can without any problem leave your car outside and come for free, it's not a long way. Leave a Comment
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On the way towards Agios Nikolaos from Iraklion, not long after the 2nd tunnel you will see a sign for ‘Traditional mill’ there is a parking area and The windmills are about 200m further on.
There is a small parking area and a small local art and craft shop in one of the windmills. It’s a nice little place to stop and take some pictures.
It is the most significant group of windmills preserved on Crete. and they occupy the northern entrance to the Lasithi plateau, they are certainly the landmark of the whole area.
24 windmills have been preserved out of the 26 original ones 7 of them extend to the south of the road that enters the plateau while the rest are built to the north of it.
All the mills belong to the one-sided type of windmill, that grinds in a standard position, always on the same wind direction.
The group of windmills has been declared a work of art since 1986. The mills belong to individuals and some of them have been restored while others still remain half-ruined.
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 by oriettaIT
I found many useful information about Xerocambos and Crete in general in the site Xerocambos. It is managed by two very nice persons, they came from Italy and already did what is in my mind since I have been in Crete the first time, they left Italy and now they live in this wonderful land.
They also helped me with my car rental and all was perfect.
thanks to Andrea that allow me to use his photos as I have no one to show here.
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 Spincat at Lato by Spincat
We visited Lato by getting a bus from Ayios Nikolaos - the site of Lato's ancient port - to Kritsa (very regular service - at least 10 buses, in season, per day). In Kritsa we avoided buying large quantities of lace and embroidery, and set off on foot the 3 to 4 kilometres to the site. You can, of course, drive, and there are car parks at the village and at the site.
The site is on the saddle between two outcrops - one can be seen behind me in the picture
Lato is a beautiful site, and there is much to see. The city had a double acropolis, strongly fortified. Steep steps led up to the 'Agora'. Its houses were terraced, and you will see their remains, along with the remains of the fortified walls and towers. You will also see the remains of local industry - for example, a place where fabric was dyed.
To the north of the site is a tiered theatre or public debating area and in the very centre, a hearth ('eschara' ) that was kept burning like an eternal flame. This was a meeting and dining area for the governing classes.
There is also the remains of a temple.
There is no admission charge to Lato at present, though there are rumours this could change.
Although it isn't a very steep walk up from the village of Krtisa, it can very hot, and most of the 'facilities' are in the village, so take water and a picnic. There are plenty of restaurants and kafenions in Kritsa itself.
When you visit Lato, also visit the Byzantine church of Panayia Kira, about 1 kilometre from Kritsa. The frescoes are beautiful - there is a charge of 3 euros to see this church. It is a little hard to find (well, we went round in circles when we tried, but then we are hoepless!) but ask, and the local people will be happy to help. Leave a Comment Directions: Kritsa is 5 or 6 kilomtres from Ayios Nikolaos, in Lassithi prefecture. Lato is about 3 kilometeres uphill from Kritsa.
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