Samaria Gorge, Chania
The most spectacular gorge in Chania, Samaria Gorge is also the longest gorge in Europe, with a total length of 16 kilometres. Its width varies greatly, from about 150 metres to only 3 metres.
Lefka Ori, Chania
In West Crete, Lefka Ori is the mountain range that dominates the skyline. Lefka Ori, or White Mountains, extend in a large area – they are 50 kilometres long and 25 kilometres wide.
Sfakia, Crete
Sfakia, Crete, is a unique place all over Greece. It is a location that combines high mountains and great beaches, and until some decades ago, it has also been isolated.
Ancient Elyros, Chania
Elyros is a big ancient city located in the South of Chania region, northwest of Sougia. It is considered by many historians the most important ancient city in Southwest Crete.
Ancient Lissos, Chania
Lissos is an ancient coastal city located in South Crete in a short distance west of Sougia. It was one of the two harbours of the big ancient city of Elyros – the other harbour of Elyros was Syia.
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