Agios Georgios
On the south of Crete, just a little further from Agia Galini, there is the beach of Agios Georgios. It is a place away from the hustle and bustle of city life, with crystal clear blue waters and a pristine beach. The perfect spot for a relaxing vacation.
While getting to Agios Georgios, you will find many paths that will take you to small chapels or tiny, quiet pebble beaches.
Nikos Place
Sights
Monastery of Arkadiou
A historic monastery of Crete, known for its contribution to the struggle against slavery, with its peak the holocaust of November 8, 1866. The monastery has a museum that is small yet significant for the history of Crete.
Gortyna - Archaeological site
Gortyna or Gortys was an ancient city of Crete and was the capital during the Roman era. Nowadays is a beautiful archaeological site.
According to the myth, Zeus took refuge there after he transformed into a bull and abducted Europe. Their three children were born in Gortyna and later became kings of the three Minoan palaces of Crete.
Saint Georges beach
A beautiful beach, right next to Agia Galini can be reached by car or by boat from the port of Agia Galini or even on foot in about 1 hour.
Kommos beach
The ancient port of Phaistos has one of the longest beaches in Crete. In front of the antiquities there is a part of the beach with sunbeds and umbrellas. There is a tavern a little further.
Monastery of Preveli
The monastery was founded in the 16th or 17th century and has a long history. It is located in a lush and verdant landscape.
Today the monastery is deserted, but there is a museum of ecclesiastical documents, vestments, etc.
After leaving the monastery, the visitor can reach on foot the beautiful beach of Preveli.
Phaistos - Archaeological site
The Minoan palace of Phaistos was an economic, administrative and religious centre and supervised the fertile plain of Messara. The ancient ports of Matala and Kommos where under the control of Phaistos. Nowadays it is an important archeological site.
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