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Zorba the Greek

In Kokkino Chorio, Tragedy, Caves and Zorba the Greek

Discover Kokkino Chorio: A Historic Cretan Village

Long before becoming one of the filming locations for the 1964 film Zorba the Greek, which was inspired by a 1946 novel by Crete’s most famous and beloved son, Nikos Kazantzakis, Kokkino Chorio had a reputation for attracting the wrong kind of attraction.

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Agios Yakinthos

Agios Yakinthos: Cretan “Valentine’s Day” in July

Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Georgioupoli, Crete

Valentine’s Day in Georgioupoli is not a traditional holiday. In fact, Crete has embraced Valentine’s Day because of the commercial influences from the West. The Greek Orthodox Church does not observe this holiday and the majority of the residents of Georgioupoli are Greek Orthodox. Many of the older locals will simply ignore the date, while the younger ones will celebrate exchanging roses and chocolates.

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playground Eliros Mare

Kids’ Life at Eliros Mare

Eliros Mare - Family-Friendly Resort Eliros Mare - Family-Friendly Resort Eliros Mare is a resort that caters to guests of all ages. We offer an excellent range of facilities and amenities for adults while also providing a wonderful environment to…

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