Crete is the largest island in Greece and the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. It is located south of almost the rest of the country, in the southern part of the Aegean Sea …

The 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. It is a favourite destination for …

About 30 years after my first trip to Crete, I keep coming back to the Mediterranean island that would eventually become my home away from home. A visit to Crete always starts with a shot …

Crete 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 …

Dec 12, 2021 · Let’s explore the best things to do in Crete: 1. Knossos. A few kilometres south of Crete’s modern capital, Heraklion was the capital of Minoan Crete. Knossos is the name of a …

Mar 5, 2025 · Whether you're lured here by the history, the beach scene or the wine, food and culture inland, Crete has somewhere that will hit the spot – to help you plan your itinerary, here …

Jun 9, 2025 · Crete, island in the eastern Mediterranean Sea that is one of 13 administrative regions (periféreies) of Greece. Crete is the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean and the …

Crete 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 (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 …

Crete travel guide with useful information for your holidays in Crete, read about Heraklion, Chania, Rethymnon, Agios Nikolaos and other places in Crete