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Surrounded by the beautiful blue waters of the Mediterranean, Crete is an island that draws visitors to its sun, salt air and sandy beaches.
The largest of the Greek islands, its beaches are among the finest in the world.
Crete is a place that combines fun in the sun with some of the most significant historic sites in the world.
The home of the Minoan civilization, the archaeological sites at Knossos, Phaistos and Gortys, are visited by tens of thousands of visitors every year.
Renowned for its natural beauty, Crete could be the getaway you are looking for.
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Some of the most famous tourist attractions include;
- The Minoan sites of Knossos and Phaistos
- The classical site of Gortys
- The Venetian old city and port of Chania
- The Venetian castle at Rethymno
- The Samaria Gorge
Crete dates back to the Bronze Age when it was founded as the cultural center of the Minoan civilization. The remnants of that civilization bears witness that historical period today. However, Crete reached its cultural height when it was swallowed by the Roman Empire. That period brought a lot of wealth to Crete. In World War II German troops, despite the resistance of locals, used the island as a staging post for its campaign in northern Africa.
Today, tourism is central to Crete's economy. Start your tour of Crete by visiting the ruins in Knossos, Phaistos and move on to the famed Zeus Cave, which according to legend is thebirthpalce of the Greek god.
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