A PRECIOUS GIFT FROM MYTHICAL GODS
A time-honored tradition
Characterized as one of the most vibrant traditions to be found anywhere in Europe today, with its roots in the mists of time, music and dance weave directly into the Cretans psyche and their social life.
The Cretan calendar is chock-full of festivals, and the rebellious and vivid spirit of locals is a reason of celebration in itself. Especially during the summer months, the entire island of Crete is bursting with festive fever with endless events honoring its gracious nature, its rich history and priceless heritage.
Looking for musicians striking up a free form jam on the stringed ‘lyra’, wedding celebrants weaving their time-honored traditional dances or simple locals improvising ‘mantinades’ in traditional ‘kafeneia’ is what makes a visit to Crete so special.
Chania, the gem in the crown
Chania is a magical tapestry of remnants of Venetian and Turkish architecture, with old townhouses now restored and transformed into atmospheric restaurants, art galleries and boutique hotels. Savor a romantic stroll through the Venetian quarter, crisscrossed by vibrant labyrinth lanes, with flowery balconies, and colorful doors, come across elaborate churches and archeological excavations, which brought to light rich discoveries, and find your way to the magnificent harbor with the old Venetian lighthouse and the walls of the “Firkas” fortress. Elounda – the diva of Crete Spreading around the bay of Mirabello, the village of Elounda, once a fishing village, holds the reigns of the diva of the Cretan summer and the ultimate escape for discerning travelers and celebrities, including many distinguished movie stars, singers, artists, politicians and royal families from all around the world. With a starting point of Elounda, you can visit the charming village of Pines with spectacular views, the mythical palm forest of Vai, the windmills on the Plateau of Lasithi, the tropical island of Chrissi and the fortress on the island of Spinalonga. Once the center of Minoan civilization and deeply connected with the thrilling legends of the labyrinth and the Minotaur that have long been the subject of artistic fascination, the Palace of Knossos is an artistic legacy with an evocative setting while the ruins and recreations still remain impressive, incorporating an immense palace, courtyards, private apartments, baths and lively frescoes. Teeming with beauties and treasures that you will probably need a lifetime to uncover, Crete is, after all, a small universe that literally has everything and is perfect for everyone, for all ages, and all tastes. Whether you’re there for beautiful remote places, authentic island life, partying until the sunrise, fine dining or extreme pampering, there’s something that will reinvent the Cretan experience for everyone!
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Knossos Palace – An ancient artistic legacy
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