Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
SAMARIÁ GORGE
Highlights
1 Archeological Museum , Iráklion The
world's foremost Minoan museum. Following a
substantial renovation, the museum is set to
reopen in 2012. See p.452
2 Knossos The Minoan palace of Knossos is
the standout archeological site on the island.
See p.457
3 Paleóhora With bags of charm and excellent
strands, this resort in the far east of the island is
well worth seeking out. See p.502
4 Lasíthi Plateau This fertile high mountain
plateau has picturesque agricultural villages
and unique white-cloth-sailed windmills.
See p.473
5 The Dhiktean Cave Mythological birthplace
of Zeus, stunningly situated on the Lasíthi
Plateau. See p.473
6 Haniá old town Atmospheric city centre
where vibrant modern life coexists with the
beautiful architectural legacies of Venetian and
Turkish history. See p.492
7 Samariá Gorge A magnificent gorge,
offering a chance to see brilliant wild flowers,
golden eagles and perhaps a Cretan ibex.
See p.499
8 Southwest coast Having made it through
the Samariá Gorge, some of Crete's least-visited
coastline awaits. See p.501
HIGHLIGHTS ARE MARKED ON THE MAP ON PP.448 449
 
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