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 separating the …

Jun 10, 2026 · Crete is the largest Greek island, with over 1,000 km of coastline, mountains reaching up to 2,500 m, and a history of settlement dating back nearly 10,000 years. The many archaeological …

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 of raki, also …

In this guide, you’ll find 50 things to do in Crete, organized by region—Chania, Rethymno, Heraklion, and Lasithi—so it’s easier to explore without bouncing all over the map.

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.

Mar 16, 2026 · My complete 2026 travel guide to Crete. Best hotels in Chania & Heraklion, top beaches (Elafonisi/Balos), itineraries, and essential ferry & car rental tips.

Crete was the centre of Europe's most ancient civilization, the Minoans. Tablets inscribed in Linear A have been found in numerous sites in Crete, and a few in the Aegean islands.

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 all visitors – …

Mar 4, 2021 · The island of Crete, located in the southern part of the Aegean Sea, is the world’s 88th largest island and also the largest among all the islands of Greece.

Crete is the largest island in Greece and full of natural and cultural treasures: ancient ruins, idyllic beaches, beautiful countryside and impressive mountains.