Eliros Mare Beachfront Poem Hotel Eliros Mare owes its name to the ancient Cretan city of Eliros. Ancient Eliros is located in the southwest part of Chania. In Eliros, people particularly honored Apollo and the heroes Phylakides and Philandros, the…
Exploring Crete: Knossos and Heraklion Wine Country If you’re up for an unforgettable day out by car from Georgioupoli, Crete’s most popular historical site - the Palace of Knossos - is only a 90-minute drive. By happy coincidence, Knossos is…
Georgioupoli - A Name with History Georgioupoli - A Name with History Giorgos (George) is one of Greece’s most popular Christian names, but which particular George gave his name to the village of Georgioupoli? Well, it’s to do with a…
A Pilgrimage to the Heart of Cretan History - Theriso Village A Pilgrimage to the Heart of Cretan History - Theriso Village With its dramatic mountain backdrop, the tiny village of Theriso, 16 km south of Chania, is a delight…