Crete
Greece's largest island: Minoan history, gorges and long beaches.
About the region
Crete is almost a world of its own: the Minoan palaces of Knossos and Phaistos, Chania and Rethymno with their Venetian old towns, the Samaria Gorge, beaches such as Elafonisi and Vai, and a cuisine often cited as one of the healthiest.
What makes this region special
- The Palace of Knossos and the Heraklion Archaeological Museum
- Chania's old town and harbour
- The Samaria Gorge and the White Mountains
- The beaches of Elafonisi, Balos and Vai
- Cretan food: dakos, graviera, raki and honey
Across the seasons
Spring
Flowers in the mountains, with the Samaria Gorge open from May.
Summer
Hot and beach-focused; August is the busiest month.
Autumn
Warm sea into November and the olive harvest.
Winter
Mild and rainy on the coast, with snow on the high mountains.
Map · Crete
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Destinations in Crete
Every destination guide we have in this region.
