This selection presents notable sites across Crete, from the Venetian fortress of Spinalonga to the archaeological remains of Ancient Eleutherna. The locations include coastal areas like Seitan Limania Beach, natural formations such as the Kourtaliotiko Gorge, and religious monuments including the Preveli Monastery. Multiple hiking opportunities exist at Theriso Gorge, Rouvas Forest, and Katharo Plateau.
Agios Nikolaos, Greece
This Mediterranean island contains a 16th-century fortress with thick stone walls, narrow streets, and buildings that housed a medical isolation facility from 1903 to 1957.
Rethymno, Greece
This limestone canyon extends for 3 kilometers with vertical walls reaching 600 meters in height. Natural springs and small rivers flow through its base.
Sfakia, Greece
This metal bridge spans 138 meters across a gorge at 138 meters height. Built in 1986, it connects the regional road to the abandoned settlement of Aradena.
Argyroupoli, Greece
The archaeological site contains thermal baths, geometric floor patterns, and stone structures from the Roman period. Several water springs emerge from the surrounding rocks.
Akrotiri Peninsula, Crete, Greece
This small bay with turquoise waters sits between limestone cliffs. Natural rock formations create three distinct coves with white pebble shores.
Milatos, Crete, Greece
This natural cave contains a memorial chapel and ossuary. In 1823, two thousand residents sought protection here during the Ottoman occupation.
Theriso, Crete, Greece
This six-kilometer canyon features vertical rock walls and native vegetation. The mountain road passes through several traditional villages and resistance sites from 1905.
Psychro, Crete, Greece
This cave system extends 2,200 meters into Mount Dicte. Stone staircases lead to chambers with mineral formations and archaeological remnants from Minoan times.
Rethymno Region, Crete, Greece
Multiple freshwater springs flow through stone structures and waterfalls amid maple trees and remnants of Roman settlements in this mountain area.
Lasithi Region, Crete, Greece
Fourth largest Minoan palace site contains storage rooms, workshops, shrines, and central courtyards near the eastern coast of Crete.
Heraklion Region, Crete, Greece
Natural canyon extends for 1.5 kilometers between limestone cliffs toward the Libyan Sea, containing caves and a small Byzantine church.
Heraklion Region, Crete, Greece
Mountain forest with maple and oak trees covers 30 square kilometers in central Crete, featuring marked paths and rare plant species.
Crete, Greece
This mountain village features numerous pottery workshops and stone houses built in Venetian style, with decorated doors and arched windows.
Crete, Greece
This Orthodox monastery stands on a hill overlooking the Libyan Sea, with two main buildings from the 17th century containing religious artifacts.
Crete, Greece
The natural freshwater lake measures 579 meters in length and 808 meters in width. Green hills and mountains form the surrounding landscape.
Crete, Greece
The island spans 5 kilometers in length and 1 kilometer in width, featuring sand dunes, cedar trees, and shallow waters with coral reefs.
Crete, Greece
This limestone formation rises 800 meters above sea level, offering views of olive groves and the Mediterranean Sea. Visitors can observe local birds and flora.
Crete, Greece
This 16th-century Orthodox monastery contains a collection of Byzantine icons, manuscripts, and religious artifacts. The stone buildings include a central church and monks' cells.
Crete, Greece
Built in 1600, this monastery features a museum of religious artifacts, a library with old manuscripts, and gardens with Mediterranean plants and herbs.
Crete, Greece
This mountain settlement contains ruins of ancient temples and Roman structures. The village houses display traditional Cretan architecture with stone walls and wooden balconies.
Crete, Greece
This natural canyon features vertical limestone walls and contains multiple caves. Visitors can walk through narrow passages between rock formations.
Crete, Greece
Located at 1200 meters altitude, this mountain plain contains oak forests and grazing areas. The plateau provides a habitat for birds and mountain goats.
Crete, Greece
This archaeological site contains ruins from multiple historical periods, including Roman baths and a necropolis. The museum displays artifacts found during excavations.
Crete, Greece
The beach extends along a protected bay with clear waters and dark sand. Palm trees line the shore near the village where painter El Greco was born.
Zaros, Crete, Greece
This artificial reservoir at 400 meters altitude supplies water to local farms. Visitors can walk around the water, fish for trout, and observe local birds.
Heraklion, Crete, Greece
This 16th century Venetian fortress guards Heraklion port with walls six meters thick. The structure contains two floors with vaulted halls and storage rooms.
