Beautiful beaches, rugged landscapes, atmospheric towns and lost-in-time mountain villages make Crete the ultimate Greek-island getaway. Whether you want to walk in the footsteps of the Minoans at Knossos, trek down the Samariá Gorge, while away the hours on Crete’s idyllic beaches, explore its many off-shore islands, enjoy the views at the scenic Lasithi plateau or dance till dawn in Ayios Nikolaos, this fully updated and entertaining, ‘tell it like it is’ Rough Guide, is packed with exhaustive practical information and honest independent recommendations for the very best seaside hotels, hilltop villas, rustic tavernas and raki bars.
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Crete Top 10
1. Loutro
2. Traditional Music and Dance
3. Knossos
4. Archeological Museum, iraklio
5. Lasithi Plateau
6. Elafonisi
7. Windsurfing
8. Wildlife
9. Hiking
10. Hania
Features of The Rough Guide to Crete:
- Detailed regional coverage: provides in-depth practical information for every step of every kind of trip, from intrepid off-the-beaten-track adventures, to chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas.
- Regions covered include: Iráklio, Lasíthi, Réthymno and Haniá.
- Honest independent reviews: written with Rough Guides’ trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, and recommendations you can truly trust, our writers will help you get the most from your trip to Crete.
- Meticulous mapping: always full colour, with clear numbered, colour-coded keys. Navigate the entire island, from east to west, without needing to get online.
- Fabulous full-colour photography: features a richness of inspirational colour photography, including the imposing White Mountains, the verdant Amari Valley and the picturesque southern coastline.
- Things not to miss: Rough Guides’ rundown of Iráklio, Lasíthi, Réthymno and Haniá’s best sights and top experiences.
- Itineraries: carefully planned routes will help you organise your trip, and inspire and inform your on-the-road experiences.
- Basics section: packed with essential pre-departure information including getting there, getting around, accommodation, food and drink, health, the media, festivals, sports and outdoor activities, culture and etiquette, shopping and more.
- Background information: comprehensive Contexts chapter provides fascinating insights into Crete, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.
Authors: John Fisher, Geoff Garvey
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