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Paximadia Islands

Crete: Birthplace of the Wild Goddess of the Hunt

2021-04-12 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Paximadia Islets

On Crete, there is a legend, a god or goddess, or a myth around every bend in the road or turn of a river.

Tags: Artemis, crete, Crete Island, Crete legends, Goddess Artemis, Greek gods, Gulf of Mesara, hunters, huntress, Kritikos Lagonikos, legends, Mesara, myths, Paximadia, Paximadia Islands, Paximadia Islets, Potnia, Potnio Thron

Crete’s Hidden Treasures: The Paximadia Islands

2019-07-10 by Phil Butler

Paximadia Islands

Instagram shares and some history of the amazing Paximadia Islands in the Gulf of Mesara in south Crete.

Tags: Apollo, Artemis, Crete destinations, Crete Instagrams, Crete legends, Crete myths, Elephanta islands, gods of Crete, Gulf of Mesara, Kokkinos Pyrgos, Mare Sud Diving Center, matala, Paximadia Islands

Exploring Kokkinos Pyrgos: The Forgotten Gem of Mesara

2018-07-12 by Phil Butler

Kokkinos Pyrgos

A day trip from our home in Heraklion to a quaint little touristic village of Kokkinos Pyrgos proves once again the unbelievable discoveries to be found on Greece’s biggest island. Like pulling back successive veils that cover the lovely face of a goddess, exploring Crete is just an amazing experience. Visit with us a tiny deserted touristic gem shining on the Gulf of Mesara.

Tags: Aghia Galini, Asterousia Mountains, Cave of Polyphemus, crete, Crete beaches, Crete Island, Crete legends, Gulf of Mesara, Heraklion Development Agency, Kokkinos Pirgos, Kokkinos Pyrgos, Lydia Koniordou, Minoan Civilization, Minoans, Nikos Igoumenidis, Paximadia Islands, Psiloritis Mountains, Rhadamanthys, Sarpedon, Tymbaki

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Greek Tourism Breaks Revenue Records in 2023

2023-09-22 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Greek tourism shatters records in 2023, offering you unrivaled experiences. The tourist season is extended until mid-November.

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Breaking News: Olive Oil Prices Skyrocket in Greece

2023-09-22 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Olive oil prices surge as production decreases, creating a risk of shortage on store shelves. This phenomenon is not limited to Spain; it also affects Greece. The cost of olive oil in Greece and Europe has steadily increased due to a significant decrease in production this year. Producers sell the oil for 8 to 10 […]

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