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The Gramvousa/Balos region is a protected biotope. There are 400 different plants on Gramvousa, 26 of them endemic to Crete. In the shallow parts of the sea, the Mediterranean plant Posidonia oceanica thrives, providing shelter for marine life.
98 bird species have been reported in the area. 20 of them are protected and 14 of them are threatened species (like the vulture Europe Gypaetusbarbatus). The Mediterranean seal (Monachus Monachus) and the Caretta Caretta turtle find shelter in this area. Also, a flock of wild donkeys lives on the peninsula!
Source: www.cretetravel.com
Prefecture : Agios Nikolaos
Municipality: Agios Nikolaos
Population : 26430
Different to all other towns in Crete, Agios Nikolaos manages to mix - upon the three hills which support its girth - an arty, leisurely, sleepy and yet also bustling place. Built partly atop ancient remains of bygone residents' homes. Also known as Agios Nik or Ag Nik (but the whole name is pronounced eye-yoss nikor-lowse).
Agios Nikolaos is a medium-size town with a small-town feel, one that has lots to offer. You can walk and enjoy walking here, you have several distinct waterfronts - you can get to know it quickly and feel familiar with the place, like an old friend.
The town has three faces to the sea: The Lake and port, Kitroplatia beach and the Marina. Its unique features, start with the lake ("Voulismeni"), a folklore-inspiringly deep body of water which is connected to the sea by a narrow inlet. It is surrounded and overlooked by cafes and restaurants - a busy gathering place for local residents and visitors alike.
Cafes meander between those suited for talking, meeting and lounging, to those playing thump-dump music, nestled alongside more scholarly hang-outs. Standard but good tavernas are overlooked by fine-dining establishments.
As the lake joins the sea with a strip of water under the tiny road bridge and becomes one with it, the microscopic island of Agii Pandes (All Saints) is in view - adding another facet to the three sides of the town. Ferries come and go from the open port area just beyond.
Next, the beach at Kitroplatia is one of the few in Crete to provide that town-centre-by-the-sea beach location, together with its own original restaurant and cafes and a handful of hotels and apartments.
Then, stroll up to the square and down the other side of the town, this gets you to the marina, where another sea front offers its wares. Take a walk around the marina to see if by chance someone has arrived in a dazzling yacht (a stop at the cafe by the first slipway is a good idea for Crepes - savoury or sweet).
Many churches ply their trade, scattered within the streets of Agios Nikolaos - including the small church which lends its name to the town.
Shopping is fun in Agios Nikolaos - there are shops with original items on offer, from woven fabrics, to cups, mugs and china wear and a miscellany of clothes, house decor and local food products and delicacies. Agios Nikolaos - apart from being a summer draw for visitors - is for the most part open in winter. Yes, people live, love and learn here, grow up, function and work year round.
NEW on CreteTravel.com: Eliathos Residence Houses is a unique destination of refined beauty, superbly located just 500m south of the historic village of Archanes in Heraklion, outlooking the grand historical mountain of Youchtas and to the wide blue of the gulf of Heraklion.
A most enjoyable Week from sunny, "Blue" Crete!
Photo by G.Gonianakis
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New on CreteTravel.com : Lovely stone villa. Great views and nice private pool. Within walking distance of tavernas at Kokkino Chorio and Plaka ... and a glass blowing factory!
NEW on CreteTravel.com : A unique luxurious #villa sleeping up to 12 people with stunning sea views, private pool and a peaceful location near #Chania town.
Villa Chrissi : www.cretetravel.com/hotel/Villa-chrissi/
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One more reason to #visit Melidoni #Village ... our #Melidoni X Village
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A sunny, bright #Kalimera from #Kalives #Village
Drive to the mainland this unique area of Apokoronas to meet one of the best hostess in #Crete, Vaso at #Douliana' s #Houses. www.cretetravel.com/hotel/natalias-houses
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Melidoni X Village, a great base to discover the varied countryside, #experience the #locals with their unique #culture and #heritage and bring the charm of #Melidoni to life. www.cretetravel.com/hotel/melidoni-x-village
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NEW : A friendly, hospitable and charming place to stay with simplicity and spectacular sea views.
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Maybe the best #Activities in #Heraklion #Town :
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Our #Eleonas #Traditional #Cottages :An agrotourism settlement with 20 rustic cottages, a great taverna to taste local food and just at the entrance of Zaros canyon! www.cretetravel.com/hotel/eleonas-traditional-cottages
NEW : Nimfes spacious and bright Villas are built on a hillside overlooking the idyllic beach of Aghios Panteleymonas which is just minutes away, on the north eastern coast of Crete, and just 400m from the most famous gold sand beach of Voulisma. www.cretetravel.com/hotel/nimfes-villas/
Sitia Bay Hotel, is a tasteful place to stay in Sitia. A much-needed, pleasing base from which to explore the east of Crete.
Ready to Book : www.cretetravel.com/hotel/sitia-bay-hotel/
#SkPlace #Villas, three beautiful Villas with style, excellent build quality, pleasing stylish furniture and the perfect location for blissful sunset are a rare find. Ready to #Book: www.cretetravel.com/hotel/sk-place-villas/
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This is Mila : www.cretetravel.com/hotel/milia-traditional-village/
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A large pool, a terrace and views over ‪#‎Falasarna‬ ‪#‎bay‬ and out to ‪#‎sea‬, the truly-Cretan hills to the front and to the south, but look yonder and the sea beckons.
‪#‎Book‬ : www.cretetravel.com/hotel/falasarna-villas/
Glad to inform you that you could already make your Bookings of 2014 at our unique, with spectacular views Ravdoucha Epavlis!
... is being rapidly booked!
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A small pebble beach (no umbrellas) with some fish tavernas, a traditional small church, a small fishing port, with high mountains around, wild rocks and dense olive groves. Is this the holiday of your dreams?
Our Ravdoucha Epavlis : www.cretetravel.com/hotel/ravdoucha-epavlis
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"#Crete in #Winter" ... during this lovely, hot Autumn Day! Read More : www.cretetravel.com/travel_tips/crete-in-winter/
A Sunny Kalimera ....
N E W ... Activity on CreteTravel.com
#Melidoni #Cave is just 2km away from the #village of Melidoni, near #Rethymno : www.cretetravel.com/activity/melidoni-cave-gerontospilios/
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Travel to Chania in Crete. Walking around the markets and the old port. Also, looking for Dafnios wine by Douloufakis. But, it cannot be found anywhere! Where is the Greek Wine?
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Resources for Chania, Crete â–º
www.cretetravel.com/guide/chania/
creti.co/blog/ultimate-chania-guide/
www.greecetravel.com/crete/chania/
www.discovergreece.com/en/greek-islands/crete/chania
www.explorecrete.com/chania/EN-Chania.html
Resources for Douloufakis Dafnios Wine â–º
Douloufakis Website: www.cretanwines.gr/en/products-en-m/red-wines-en-m/dafnio...
Vivino: www.vivino.com/douloufakis-dafnios-red/w/1680857
Oliveology Tasting Notes: oliveology.co.uk/douloufakis-dafnios-liatiko/
Wine Searcher: www.wine-searcher.com/find/douloufakis+dafnios+liatiko+cr...
Greece and Grapes: www.greeceandgrapes.com/en/red-wine-dafnios-2016-winery-d...
Summer is still here!
... sunny wishes for a most enjoyable September!
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A #sunny #bright #Kalimera from #lovely #Crete. #Summer is going on and Crete looks forward to welcoming you! www.cretetravel.com
... a new destination, a superb option for calm and friendliness!
Artemis Studios, Agia Roumeli : www.cretetravel.com/hotel/artemis-studios-agia-roumeli
N E W : Adeste Villas, an inviting and warm place like home, where you can experience style and five star comfort at the same time!
www.cretetravel.com/hotel/adeste-villas — with Crete Guide and 3 others.
15% AUTUMN OFFERS :
Bookings of Deluxe Senior and Family Suites for arrivals between 22nd of
September to 31st of October 2013, confirmed by 30th of September 2013,
receive 15% reduction on the accommodation rate.
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Are you looking fro the true #Mediterranean experience, connecting #luxury to natural #environment and #local #culture.
Domes of Elounda : www.cretetravel.com/hotel/domes-of-elounda-Suites
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Tucked down a narrow alley along old town Rethymno’s charming, café-packed side streets, this small scale hotel in a renovated Venetian palazzo is a good base for discovering Greece’s largest island.
NEW on CreteTravel.com-#Rimondi #Boutique #Hotels : www.cretetravel.com/hotel/rimondi-boutique-hotels/
You Must Lose Yourself In Order To Find Yourself! Best Option is Kionia Apartments-South Crete: www.cretetravel.com/hotel/kionia-apartments
St Nicolas Bay Hotel is distinctive in its spacious stone and whitewashed buildings, its small clusters of rooms or more individual suites and bungalows overlooking the Mirabello Bay, and its private sandy beach is awarded with the Blue Flag of E.U.
Our House ... and "maybe" for a few days Your Home!
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Critamo is a fully-serviced cottage, a 200-year old Cretan traditional house nestled in Apokoronas Chania area, in Agios Pavlos nearby the picturesque Gavalochori Village a short drive away from the sea and near the picturesque town of Chania. www.cretetravel.com/hotel/critamo-cottage
The "pensione" experience ... ‪#‎Pandora‬ ‪#‎Suites‬ is a small straightforward hotel a traditional building of the 17th century, with sizeable rooms, attractive courtyard, wonderful views of ‪#‎Chania‬ from some rooms, roof terrace (and just the thought of breakfast with that view is enough).
Kionia Apartments a cool surprise in lovely south Crete!
Book early ... maybe now : www.cretetravel.com/hotel/kionia-apartments/
A lovely Saturday walk at #Chania ... old buildings, museums, churches and crafts shops (some with genuinely interesting and sometimes local, products on offer), the old port, the narrow shopping streets and waterfront restaurants.
Your Travel Guide: www.cretetravel.com/guide/chania/
Gorgeous and stylish Villa, with stunning sea views and a fabulous pool on an extraordinary cliffside location just outside Ligaria small resort - heaven for families. www.cretetravel.com/hotel/aspalathos-villa
#Guest valuable #Review :
Dear Yiannis,
I'm glad to tell you that everything was perfect, especially the hotel On the Rocks Hotel!
I hope to come to Crete again as soon as possible.
Thank you for all!
E.P.
On The Rocks Hotel : www.cretetravel.com/hotel/on-the-rocks-hotel
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