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History of Beekeeping on Crete Honey is one of the flagship agricultural products on Crete, valued as much as olive oil and citrus farming. Historical evidence shows that the art of beekeeping arrived in Greece from Ancient Egypt, most likely through Crete. Indeed, the oldest hives…
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Verekinthos Arts and Crafts Village Verekinthos Arts and Crafts Village Verekinthos is an art and crafts village, and a must-see to buy souvenirs and artisan goods. It is south of the bay of Souda, about thirty minutes drive from Georgioupoli. You will love this off-the-beaten-path attraction. Many tourists do…
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They call it the Eden of Skordalou, but unlike the biblical gardens, this particular attraction is young and man-made. A few years back – no more than a couple – the Botanical Park & Gardens of Crete did not have much to offer. Today, however, they…
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The Egyptian Lighthouse in Chania, Crete They call it the Egyptian Lighthouse, and it stands strong at the Venetian harbor of Chania, safeguarding the town since the XVIth century. This stone silhouette had once a different shape. When Crete was a colony of the Republic of…
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Creta Carob Factory in Argyroupoli Creta Carob Factory in Argyroupoli The humble carob – Ceratonia siliqua – is known by many names. Be it called St John’s bread, locust bean, locust-tree, or carob bush, this evergreen produces a type of superfood that offers a lot of health benefits. This…
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Explore Kournas near Georgioupoli Kournas is an Apokoronas mountain destination close to the Georgioupoli hotels Eliros Mare, Anemos Grand Luxury Resort, and Mythos Palace Resort & Spa. All our resorts organize hikes around the famous Lake Kournas but if you want to explore the area on your own, here…
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Welcome to Georgioupoli Hotels—a curated travel blog dedicated to capturing the spirit of Georgioupolis, one of Crete’s most charming coastal destinations.
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