Chania Prefecture Samaria Gorge Access Extended Until October 31 3 years ago Samaria National Park operation is being extended until October 31, 2023, according to the General Directorate of the O.F.Y.P.E.A. Chania Official Moves for Immediate Reopening of Samaria Gorge 3 years ago Chania officials call for the reopening of Samaria Gorge in the aftermath of earthquakes that caused its precautionary closure. Stunning Crete Hotel Outside Chania Lists for € 1,500,000 3 years ago A Cretan guesthouse at the traditional village of Apokoronas affords stunning views, quiet, and traditional Crete living for € 1.5M. Bulletin: Risk of Fire in Chania Very High Today, Sunday, August 21, 2022 4 years ago The risk of fire for Chania Prefecture is now very high, according to the General Secretariat of Civil Protection. July 25 to August 25th: “Illuminating Tomorrow” and the Rokka Celebrations 4 years ago Beginning July 25th and running through August 12th, the 2022 Rokka Festival promises to be the most colorful ever. New Data Shows Crete’s Humanoid Footprints Over 6 Million Years Old 5 years ago Paleontologists find new dates for humanoid footprints on Crete at least 6 million years old, 350,000 years older than previously… Samaria Gorge Closed Because of High Temperatures 5 years ago Samaria Gorge, one of Crete's most visited natural wonders, will be closed today on account of very high temperatures. Hidden Crete: Sfakia’s Amazing Glyka Nera Beach 5 years ago Crete's Glyka Nera Beach in the remote Sfakia region is a once-in-a-lifetime surprise for those adventurous enough. A Guide to Glyka Nera Beach On Incredible Crete Island 6 years ago One of Crete's most captivating beaches, Glyka Nera (Sweetwater) features crystal clear, deep azure blue water and fine colorful pebbles. COVID-19 Chania Slipup Adds to Crete’s Fears of Second Wave 6 years ago A case of coronavirus in Chania on Crete has health officials puzzled as a 20 Swedish telecommunications worker slips past… Here On Crete – We Harvest the Precious Olives Now 6 years ago Here in Greece, it's the time of the olive harvests. Here's a brief introduction to the importance of the Cretan… Fortress of Koules – Aptera: Opened to the Public This Sunday 6 years ago This coming Sunday is the last time this year that people can take in Fortress of Koules - Aptera. Opening… Cretan Wine Experience at Karavitakis Winery September 12th 7 years ago Coming up in the Podikiana Village of Platanias Municipality, Karavitakis Winery will host an event organized by Cretan Cooking Classes. The Other Wind Festival Sougia: Free Events Today and Tomorrow 7 years ago The Other Wind Festival kicked off this past weekend in Sougia on the Libyan Sea in the southwest of Crete. Giortes Rokkas 2019 Kicks Off Tonight With Opening Ceremonies 7 years ago The opening ceremonies of the 7th edition of the Giortes Rokkas Festival take place tonight in Rokka Square in Chania… Crete’s Nature Loves Courage Festival 2019 7 years ago The "Nature Loves Courage Festival 2019" at Sougia kicks off June 7th and 8th in the far-southwest of Crete Island. Experience Southern Crete: Sfakia and Beyond 7 years ago The Sfakia region is the largest municipality on Crete. Located in the extreme south of Chania Prefecture, this natural wonderland… Crete Destinations: Platanias Near Chania 7 years ago One of Crete's most popular tourist resorts, Platanias is situated just to the west of world famous Chania, close to… The Elos Chestnut Festival 2018 Coming October 21st 8 years ago The annual Elos Chestnut Harvest and Festival is scheduled to take place October 21st, after last year's cancellation on account… Kissamos: Another Cretan Destination You Don’t Want to Miss 8 years ago One of Crete Island's most underrated coastal towns, Kissamos (Kastelli) is a seaside village on Kissamos Bay known for its… Next»