Crete - Greece
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Plakias Beach | Rating: 8.20 |
| A popular sandy beach and resort on the south coast of Crete. The beach has sunbeds and umbrellas, showers, changing cabins and restaurants. The entrance to the sea is smooth, suitable for children, read more... |
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Rethymno and the Venetian Fortress | Rating: 7.60 |
| A historical town on the island of Crete. It is interesting for tourists primarily because of the huge fortress, originally built by the Venetians in 1540 - 1569. However, this first fortress was captured and destroyed just two years after construction and it became clear that more powerful defences were needed. Between 1573 and 1590, the fortress was rebuilt and became one of the largest in Crete. The second fortress was not captured, however, in 1646 the defenders had to surrender to the Turks, who besieged it from the land, read more... |
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Melidoni Cave | Rating: 7.20 |
| One of several popular caves on the island of Crete. The visit is quite easy, the cave itself is small. As you can see from the photo, we were there with a small child and there were no problems, read more... |
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Watching turtles in Lake Kournas | Rating: 6.00 |
| The largest freshwater lake on the island of Crete. It is interesting for tourists to hire a water bike and ride around the lake. Along the opposite shore you can find small turtles, read more... |
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Spinalonga Fortress | Rating: 5.60 |
| From the village of Plaka you can take a boat to the island with a huge fortress of Spinalonga. It was built by the Venetians in 1579, when the island was used to control the entrance to the bay, read more... |
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