'Islands around the island?', you might wonder. Yes, indeed there are more than 70 uninhabited islands and islets around Crete and these are top three visited!
Located in East of Crete, Spinalonga is probably the best known although one of the tiniest islands of Crete. Famous for its vibrant and fierce history of serving as Venetian fortress, Ottoman hide-away and leper island, this place is a must on visitors agenda. The boats are leaving daily from Ag. Nikolaos, Elounda and Plaka village. [Spinalonga aerial view photo courtesy: Visit Greece]
Located in North-West of Crete, Gramvousa is majestic, rocky and windy island with spectacular view and known for its Venetian fortress, tales about pirates and Cretan rebels against the Turks. The boats are leaving daily from Kissamos.
Located about 12 km of the most southern town in Europe - Ierapetra, this island means the ‘golden sand island’ in translation and is often described aslast paradise on Earth. The depth of crystal clear turquoise water does not exceed 10 m and this makesChrissi the best place for snorkeling. The boats leave daily from Ierapetra.
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I see Crete through turquoise - pink glasses.
Having traveled for over 30 years, since 6 years now, I have found the whole world in one of the most fascinating and unique places on earth – Crete. It is a diverse, rich and inspiring island which even after so many years does not stop surprising me - its rich history and unique traditions, its people, the delicacies of Cretan cuisine, its landspace and its stunning nature. Here I reveal some of its secrets.
