Samaria National Park operation is being extended until October 31, 2023, according to the General Directorate of the O.F.Y.P.E.A.
Samaria Gorge
Samaria Gorge Reopens August 24 – O.FY.PE.K.A.
Over the past several days, the gorge paths were cleared of rockfalls, and officials say the gorge is now fully accessible.
Chania Official Moves for Immediate Reopening of Samaria Gorge
Chania officials call for the reopening of Samaria Gorge in the aftermath of earthquakes that caused its precautionary closure.
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Samaria Gorge Closed Because of High Temperatures
Samaria Gorge, one of Crete’s most visited natural wonders, will be closed today on account of very high temperatures.
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The Latest Stunning Hashtag #creteisland Instagram Shares
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Experience Southern Crete: Sfakia and Beyond
The Sfakia region is the largest municipality on Crete. Located in the extreme south of Chania Prefecture, this natural wonderland was once home to over 40,000 residents. Today, the region has less than 2,000 full-time residents spread out over an area of 468 square kilometers. Situated about 75 km from Chania city, Chora Sfakion (Hora […]
Top 10 Chania “In and Out of Town” Attractions
Crete’s second biggest city, is probably the most well know and picturesque. Chania, a Minoan settlement known to the Greeks as Kydonia, is famous for it’s Venetian Harbor photogenically. The capital of the provence of the same name, Chania is about as iconic a destination as you can imagine. Surrounded by a host of smaller villages and immeasurable natural beauty, the west of Crete’s gem of tourism deserves every accolade. Here’s a bucket list of things any visitor “must see” before leaving this magical Cretan getaway.
Ten Summer “Gems” on Crete
As Summer draws to a close in the Mediterranean Crete affords a special opportunity for last minute vacation memories. The land of the ancient Minoans is as unique as those distant ancestors were culturally, and as magnificent an adventure as any place in Europe.