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
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