Things to do in Crete
The largest of the Greek Islands, Crete could almost be its own country—especially with its fascinating history as the birthplace of the Bronze-Age Minoan culture. Yet, although visiting the 4,000-year-old Palace of Knossos is one of the best things to do in Crete, the year-long sun, sea, and sand, great wine and food, friendly pastel-colored towns and villages, 17th-century Venetian and Ottoman architecture, rugged mountains, rolling vineyards, and beautiful beaches also do a lot of the heavy lifting on the holiday. Crete handsome shores have lulled visitors for years – when picturing the perfect island getaway Crete is up there with its floury beaches and cerulean seas. Though Crete has a bounty of sandy treasures to enjoy, there are plenty of other seductions away from the sands. As Greece largest island there is a rich mix of history and culture and a deep-grained heritage that is as remarkable as the ever-changing landscape on the island. Beaches and sand hopping aside, there are dramatic hilltop artisan Villages, romantic Roman ruins, and mighty Minoan palaces – all providing a true sense of Crete’s roots. But, if you’d rather just plonk yourself down on the island's sultry sands, at least try the candy-coloured ones at surreal Elafonissi beach. Here are the 11 best things to do in Crete.
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