The second largest city in Crete is Chania, located in the northwestern part of the island. The city’s splendid setting and rich history, the picturesque nearby villages and exotic beaches – all combine to leave a powerful impression on its…
Unique natural wonders surround Theriso Village, which lays in a spectacular gorge at the foothills of the Lefka Ori (White Mountains). In the village, the tree hovering above the Church of Panagia standing right beside a memorial to freedom and…
Chania is a foodies paradise but where are the top spots for cool coffees and brilliant breakfasts? Here are six of the city’s top spots combining a great brew, and good snacks with interesting locations. Mia French Flavours (Potie 24)…
Majestic and inspiring, the White Mountains of Crete are snowcapped as Easter approaches and they may well stay that way until June. The Lefka Ori, as they’re known in Greek, are the island’s most famous mountain range, and a journey…
To follow in the footsteps of the Venetians in Chania, Crete’s Italian invaders who were responsible for building the Old Town’s massive fortifications, the district of Toponas on Chania’s west side is the best area to explore. Close to the…
This year, the festive season at Chania was as magical, as always! The city was decorated wonderfully, reviving all the pleasant emotions that every person hides in that period. The Christmas events amused everyone, young and old, natives and tourists, with…
This summer season the guests of Mythos Palace Resort & Spa will meet a new hotel! They will have the chance to enjoy their holidays in a newly renovated environment of fully-served units. The new modern space was designed in…
If you are travelling to Chania this year, you will find the following article really helpful since it presents the most important events and festival that are organized in the prefecture of Chania every year. As they say, if you…
Palaiochora is located 77 km south of the city of Chania on the southwest coastline of Crete. If you look at the map, you will see that it is built on a small peninsula that is approximately 400m in width…
The village of Plakias is located around 40km south of Rethymno and it is built at the cove of the bay that bears the same name. This unique village is built in the fertile valley that is formed at the…